EIF ‘pivotal’ to Zambezi’s economic trajectory

The Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia (EIF) says it has played a pivotal role in shaping the Zambezi Region’s economic trajectory through strategic investments and initiatives.According to the fund, through its strategic investments, the region has witnessed transformative projects aimed at building climate resilience and sustainable livelihoods. These interventions have laid the groundwork for enhancing agricultural resilience and empowering local communities, it said.“Zambezi presents a myriad of opportunities across various sectors - from climate-resilient agriculture and renewable energy to eco-tourism and community-based enterprises, the region offers fertile ground for sustainable investments that yield both social and economic returns.”According to the EIF, the region is renowned for its ecological diversity and vibrant communities and offers a unique canvas for environmental stewardship and economic empowerment.The region’s vulnerability to climate change and its rich potential for sustainable agriculture and natural resource management make it an ideal locus for EIF’s interventions, it added.Share of challengesHowever, despite the progress, Zambezi faces its share of challenges, including climate variability and socioeconomic disparities. These challenges are accompanied by opportunities for innovation and collaboration, paving the way for inclusive growth and development, the EIF said.“The Zambezi Region is faced with climate vulnerability, hence the EIF is continuously addressing the adverse impacts of climate change on agriculture and natural resource-dependent livelihoods by ensuring that community empowerment takes centre stage in its investment and interventions by ensuring inclusive participation and equitable distribution of benefits across diverse community groups.”The EIF further noted that it envisions the region to be at the centre of sustainable development and to be a hub of climate-resilient agriculture, vibrant ecosystems and empowered communities thriving in harmony with nature.“There are opportunities for strategic expansion by scaling up investments in nature-based solutions, leveraging technology and advocating for policy reforms to catalyse sustainable development, focusing on sustainable development through a community-centric approach by empowering local communities, enhancing financial inclusion and fostering partnerships for impactful environmental stewardship.”The EIF said it deeply appreciates ongoing support from the government, and called upon policymakers to prioritise environmental sustainability, rural development, investment and inclusive economic growth in Zambezi and beyond, ensuring no community is left behind in the quest for prosperity.

EIF ‘pivotal’ to Zambezi’s economic trajectory

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EIF ‘pivotal’ to Zambezi’s economic trajectory

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