World Environment Day, nature-based climate solutions: Namibia’s deputy environmental commissioner Caroline Garus-Oas says the theme “Inspired by Nature for Climate and Our Future” is a reminder that forests, rivers, oceans and even algae can help absorb carbon, while greener cities and renewable energy support climate-smart living. Wildlife conservation: Tsau //Khaeb National Park’s brown hyena population is reported stable at about 200–300 animals since 1997, with researchers warning that fences and busy roads could disrupt coastal wildlife corridors. Community food security: Shoprite Market Day in Windhoek showcased vegetables from Namibian community gardens, giving small-scale growers a retail platform and linking the event to World Hunger Day. Telecom Namibia network crisis: CRAN says Telecom Namibia’s nationwide service disruptions can’t be fixed with short-term fixes and calls for significant capital investment and structural reform to modernise and stabilise the network. Energy transition minerals in the region: A SADC project launched in Lusaka aims to keep critical energy-transition minerals value in the region through environmentally and socially responsible, decarbonised value chains (including Namibia). Clean energy build breakthrough: Fortescue’s Nabrawind installed a crane-less wind turbine in Namibia, pointing to faster, cheaper deployment for remote wind sites. Cheetah treatment update: In India’s Kuno National Park, cheetah KGP11 is receiving intensive care after internal haemorrhage was found; officials say her condition is stable but key updates are expected in days. Namibia’s cycling spotlight: Tour de Windhoek 2026 was launched for 13–16 August, with organisers framing cycling as youth development and healthy living.