February 2025 – The countdown is on for the Wilderness Impact Challenge, with just one month left to submit entries for this trailblazing conservation initiative. With a USD100,000 prize available to bring the winning idea to life, Wilderness is calling on innovators, researchers and organisations from around the world to put forward bold, scalable solutions that address human-wildlife conflict and promote long-term coexistence.
Between 17 December 2024 and 7 January 2025, a collective of key conservation partners undertook a vital initiative in Damaraland to combat wildlife crime and strengthen conservation efforts. Through the collaborative Ecowings Namibia initiative, Dr Conrad Brain managed this festive season operation. Dr Brain leads conservation projects supported by Wilderness in Namibia as a member of the Wilderness Impact team. This aerial surveillance project aimed to deter poaching activities during a critical period, protect Namibia’s unique biodiversity, and foster community awareness about conservation.
Anchors, propellers, masts, winches and an artistic sundial are arranged to create an outdoor walkway that marks the beginning of your journey through time and all things maritime. As we step into the newly opened Maritime Museum in Lüderitz, we are about to explore a rich and fascinating past. This world-class tourist attraction celebrates the town’s seafaring heritage and its deep connection to the ocean. Having visited maritime museums around the globe, I can confidently say that this one is as captivating as its international counterparts. Housed within the restored historic Lüderitz Old Power Station on Dias Street, the museum spans five floors, taking visitors back in time while also highlighting contemporary interactions with the ocean.