Monitoring Evolving Food Security Situations in Namibia

A number of factors such as the high incidence of poverty and income inequality, high food prices and extreme weather conditions (drought and floods) contribute to food insecurity in Namibia. These trends negatively impact the livelihoods of vulnerable communities and reduce their resilience and capacity to cope with shocks. The establishment of a Food and Nutrition Security Monitoring System (FNSMS) in Namibia is a step towards strengthening national capacity to detect and track shocks and their potential impact on the population.