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Nature Awareness Project,a NAPHA initiative,takes kids into nature & teaches them respect for nature. www.napha-namibia.com

22/08/2026

Nature awareness starts with the smallest moments — noticing a bird, touching the bark of a tree, watching an insect, hearing the sounds of the bush, or simply asking, “What is that?”

Every time we take a child into nature, we open a door to curiosity, understanding and respect.

Because children cannot protect what they do not know. But when they experience nature, learn about it and fall in love with it, protecting it becomes something that comes from the heart.

Let’s raise a generation that doesn’t just live on this beautiful planet — but truly sees it, understands it and cares for it.

18/08/2026

Small in size. Fierce at heart. Full of surprises.

Meet the Pearl-spotted Owlet — one of Africa’s smallest owls, measuring only around 17–20 cm tall. But don’t let its tiny size fool you. This little predator is a fearless hunter of the African bush.

3 fascinating facts about the Pearl-spotted Owlet:

1. It has “eyes” on the back of its head!
The dark markings on the back of its head resemble a second pair of eyes. These false eyes may help confuse predators and make it harder to tell which direction the owl is facing.

2. It hunts in broad daylight.
Unlike many other owls, the Pearl-spotted Owlet is often active during the day, especially in the early morning and late afternoon. Its menu includes insects, lizards, rodents and small birds.

3. It uses ready-made homes.
Instead of building its own nest, it usually nests in tree cavities, often making use of holes originally created by woodpeckers or barbets.

Small creatures can play a big role in nature. Every species has its place, its purpose and its own incredible adaptations.

The more we understand nature, the more we learn to protect it.

12/08/2026

This little boy lives in Namibia — a country famous for its incredible wildlife and untouched nature.

And yet, this was the first time in his life he had ever seen a duck.

It is such a powerful reminder of why our Nature Awareness outings are so important. Many children grow up surrounded by Namibia’s beautiful landscapes, yet never get the opportunity to truly experience nature or animals, explore it, understand it and connect with it.

Together with our wonderful nature coach, Uma Goldbeck, we take local school children out of the classroom and into nature — giving them experiences that may seem ordinary to some of us, but can mean the absolute world to them.

Today it was a duck. 🦆
Tomorrow it might be a bird, a tree, a track, an insect or their first wild animal.

Every encounter plants a little seed. 🌱

Because before we can ask the next generation to protect our natural world, we first have to give them the opportunity to fall in love with it. 💚🌍

And sometimes, that love begins with something as simple as seeing a duck for the very first time.

09/08/2026

A tick may be tiny, but removing it the right way matters. Here’s the safest method:

* Use fine-tipped tweezers and grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible, right at the head/mouthparts.
* Pull straight upward with slow, steady pressure. Don’t twist, jerk, squeeze, or crush the tick.

04/08/2026

Happy 14th Birthday, HITRADIO Namibia! 🎉
What an incredible milestone – 14 years of informing, entertaining, inspiring, and connecting people across Namibia.
A heartfelt thank you for your unwavering support of education, for giving meaningful topics a voice through the wonderful interviews with Isabelle Fourie, and for championing the Nature Awareness Project. Your platform has helped inspire countless young minds to appreciate, understand, and protect Namibia’s unique natural heritage.
Here’s to many more years of making a positive impact, telling important stories, and bringing our communities together.
Happy Birthday, HITRADIO – and congratulations on 14 remarkable years! 🥂🎂🎙️🌿

22/07/2026

Spotted just 40 km east of Gobabis, this magnificent Black Mamba (Dendroaspis polylepis) reminds us why Africa’s wilderness deserves our deepest respect.

It is Africa’s longest venomous snake, capable of reaching over 4 metres, and one of the fastest land snakes in the world, reaching speeds of up to 16–19 km/h in short bursts. Its name doesn’t come from its skin colour—but from the striking jet-black interior of its mouth, displayed only when it feels seriously threatened.

Every encounter like this is a privilege—a reminder that these incredible predators play a vital role in keeping nature in balance by controlling rodent populations and maintaining healthy ecosystems.

📍 Respect the distance. Admire the beauty. Protect the wild.

21/07/2026

Standing face to face with a Nile crocodile is a humbling reminder that some of Earth’s greatest survivors have remained almost unchanged for over 200 million years.

At crocodile farms in Otjiwarongo in Namibia or Shakawe in Botswana, these remarkable reptiles are carefully managed, with every part of the animal being put to use. Their world-renowned leather is transformed into luxury handbags, wallets, belts, watch straps, and shoes—valued for its incredible durability and the unique pattern every single crocodile carries. Nothing in nature is ever truly identical.

Did you know?
👉🏽A Nile crocodile can live 70–100 years, and some individuals are believed to exceed a century in captivity.
👉🏽Their bite is among the strongest of any living animal.
👉🏽Their skin becomes softer and develops even more character with age, making crocodile leather one of the world’s most sought-after natural materials.

Whether you admire them for their ancient history, their incredible strength, or the craftsmanship their hides inspire, one thing is certain—crocodiles remind us that nature creates masterpieces that no machine can replicate.

Respect the wild. Appreciate the craftsmanship. Protect the future. 🐊

04/07/2026

The Carmine Bee-eater turns ordinary riverbanks into spectacular walls of colour. Every year, thousands of these brilliant crimson birds return to sandy riverbanks, where they dig nesting tunnels that can reach over a metre deep into the banks.

Watching them dart effortlessly through the air is a masterclass in precision. They catch bees, dragonflies, and other flying insects on the wing, helping to keep nature in balance before returning to their bustling colonies.

Their journey reminds us that some of nature’s greatest wonders are not found in silence, but in the vibrant rhythm of life shared together.

If you’re lucky enough to witness a colony of Carmine Bee-eaters along an African river, take a moment to simply watch. It’s one of the continent’s most breathtaking wildlife spectacles.

Thank you

Nature never stops inspiring. 🌍

25/06/2026

Please be vigilant on Namibia’s roads.

Far too many Bat-eared Foxes (Otocyon megalotis) are killed by vehicles every year because, at a quick glance, they are mistaken for jackals. (Even here, we are shocked, that humans think it is ok to intentionally drive over an animal! Wow!😮)
Yet these gentle little foxes are among the most valuable small predators in Africa’s ecosystems.

Their extraordinary ears are not just for show. They can hear termites and insects moving beneath the ground and feed primarily on termites, beetles, grasshoppers, and other invertebrates. A single Bat-eared Fox can consume thousands of termites in one night, helping to naturally regulate insect populations and reducing damage to grasslands.

Healthy grasslands support antelope, livestock, birds, and countless other species. By keeping insect numbers in balance, Bat-eared Foxes play a crucial role in maintaining the health of entire ecosystems. They are nature’s pest controllers, working silently every night without costing the environment a thing.

Unlike jackals, they rarely prey on livestock and are shy, peaceful animals. Sadly, they often freeze in the glare of headlights, making them particularly vulnerable to road traffic.

The next time you spot a small „jackal-like“ animal near the roadside, please slow down. That animal may be one of Namibia’s hardest-working conservationists, helping to keep our ecosystems healthy every single night.

A few seconds of caution can save a life. 🧡

21/06/2026

A silent traveller crossed the sand, leaving behind only clues. Can you identify which snake left this fascinating track?

Swipe to see the answer ➡️

One of the greatest joys of being in nature is learning to read the stories written in the sand. Every mark, every footprint, and every trail reminds us that an entire world of wildlife surrounds us, often unseen.

The bush is always talking. We simply need to learn its language.

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