Government has supported 819 farmers under the Small Livestock Support Revolving Programme since 2009, as part of efforts to strengthen rural livelihoods and agricultural productivity.
Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamwani revealed the figures during the handover of Phase II of the Hope Farm Project at Farm Daweb near Usakos.
She said the programme has distributed 16,380 ewes and 819 rams to communal farmers across all regions.
At project level, the Hope Farm initiative in the Erongo Region has benefited 48 farmers, including 22 women and 26 men.
A total of 1,008 goats and sheep were handed over to cooperatives under the project.
Zaamwani said livestock numbers increased from 630 to 751 within one production cycle, reflecting improved management and uptake of training and veterinary support.
The programme operates on a revolving model, requiring farmers to return a portion of livestock after two years to support new beneficiaries.
She said agriculture remains a priority, with a focus on food security, rural development and economic growth.
Government is also pursuing partnerships with the private sector, including a planned agreement with Swakop Uranium, to expand the programme.
Zaamwani said collaboration is key to extending support and improving sustainability of agricultural initiatives.
