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Africa-Press – Namibia. <\/strong><\/span>In an address at the Africa Fertiliser and Soil Health Summit in Kenya on Thursday, President Nangolo Mbumba stressed the critical role of local fertiliser production in tackling Africa\u2019s food security and sovereignty challenges.<\/p>\n

President Mbumba, while speaking at his first African Union Summit since assuming office, outlined Namibia\u2019s ambitious plans to harness its abundant wind and solar resources to produce three million metric tonnes of green ammonia annually.<\/p>\n

While pointing out the environmental and economic benefits of green ammonia, a byproduct of green hydrogen, Mbumba called on potential investors to explore opportunities not just in Namibia but across the continent.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith increased local production of green ammonia, which is one of the ingredients necessary to produce fertilisers, our continent can augment food production,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

According to Mbumba, the shift will enable Africa to reduce its reliance on imported fertilisers, which is crucial for enhancing food security and sovereignty as well as economic stability.<\/p>\n

He also spoke about the challenges posed by soil degradation and the indiscriminate use of fertilisers.<\/p>\n

He called for a balanced approach that integrates organic inputs and conservation agriculture practices.<\/p>\n

The President also stressed the importance of adopting sustainable agricultural systems that do not compromise environmental health.<\/p>\n

He emphasised the significance of intra-African trade, which the African Continental Free-Trade Area facilitates, as a means to enhance the accessibility and affordability of agricultural produce throughout the continent.<\/p>\n

According to Mbumba, Namibia\u2019s commitment to enhancing agricultural productivity is evidenced by the country\u2019s active participation in the development of the Harmonised Fertiliser Regulatory Framework with other Southern African Development Community (SADC) member states.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis initiative aims to improve the accessibility and quality of fertilisers across the region, aligning with the goals of the 2006 Abuja Declaration on Fertilisers for an African Green Revolution,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

Mbumba urged fellow member states of the African Union to support local fertiliser production and expressed hope that the summit\u2019s list of resolutions will reflect new plans and strategies.<\/p>\n

He added that by fostering collaboration, innovation, and investment in agricultural development, Africa can overcome the challenges facing its agriculture sector, unlock its full potential, and ensure the well-being of its growing population.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs Africans, let us work together in unison and remain steadfast in our commitment to advancing the goals of food security, poverty reduction, and sustainable development across the continent,\u201d Mbumba concluded.<\/p>\n

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