State of City Food System Report – Windhoek

Summary

This report delves into Windhoek’s urban food systems, contextualising them within the city’s broader historical and socio-economic landscape. By tracing the city’s growth and its impact on the regional food system, the report provides a comprehensive overview of Windhoek’s unique challenges. It examines the economy, both formal and informal, and discusses food security, nutrition, and health issues, informed by recent studies. A critical analysis of food and nutrition policies, alongside urban and food systems governance, is provided to understand how these elements are interwoven with Namibia’s broader food system. This detailed account of Windhoek’s food system offers valuable insights into the city’s functioning and the challenges it faces, making it an essential resource for policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders involved in urban food systems and development.

The state of the city food system reports are brought to you by the AfriFOODlinks project, funded by the European Union.