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SUMMARY:Arbor Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:Many countries\, including Namibia\, actively participate in planting trees on Arbor Day. Arbor Day is usually celebrated in spring; in Namibia we celebrate it on the second Friday in October.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/arbor-day-2025/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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SUMMARY:Tree Awards 2025
DESCRIPTION:It gives us great pleasure to invite you to join us as we celebrate ARBOR DAY with our annual Tree Awards ceremony “CELEBRATING TREES”. These awards highlight the importance of protecting our indigenous trees. \nWhen: Arbor Day\, Friday 10 October 2025\nWhere: National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI). 8 Orban Street\, Windhoek \nPROGRAMME\n17h30: Introduction of award recipients & Tree of the Year 2025\, followed by an illustrated talk by Barb Curtis on “Indigenous Trees to Decorate for Christmas”\n18h30: Hand out of certificates & planting of an indigenous tree in the Botanic Garden\n19h30: Sundowners and refreshments in the garden \nCOME & JOIN US TO CELEBRATE OUR NATURAL HERITAGE !
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/tree-awards-2025/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Annual Tree Awards,Designated days,Illustrated talks
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SUMMARY:World Wetlands Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:World Wetlands Day is celebrated each year on 2 February to raise awareness about wetlands. This day also marks the anniversary of the Convention on Wetlands\, which was adopted as an international treaty in 1971.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/world-wetlands-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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SUMMARY:Earth Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:EARTHDAY.ORG’s mission is to diversify\, educate and activate the environmental movement worldwide. Growing out of the first Earth Day in 1970\, EARTHDAY.ORG is the world’s largest recruiter to the environmental movement\, working with more than 150\,000 partners in over 192 countries to drive positive action for our planet.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/earth-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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SUMMARY:International Day for Biological Diversity 2026
DESCRIPTION:The United Nations has proclaimed May 22 The International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/international-day-for-biological-diversity-2026/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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SUMMARY:World Environment Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:World Environment Day\, held annually on 5 June\, brings together millions of people from across the globe\, engaging them in the effort to protect and restore the Earth.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/world-environment-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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SUMMARY:World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought 2026
DESCRIPTION:The World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is observed every year to promote public awareness of international efforts to combat desertification. The day is a unique moment to remind everyone that land degradation neutrality is achievable through problem-solving\, strong community involvement and co-operation at all levels.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/world-day-to-combat-desertification-and-drought-2026/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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SUMMARY:World Habitat Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:The United Nations designated the first Monday of October of every year as World Habitat Day to reflect on the state of our habitats\, and on the basic right of all to adequate shelter. The Day is also intended to remind the world that we all have the power and the responsibility to shape the future of our cities and towns.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/world-habitat-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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SUMMARY:Arbor Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Many countries\, including Namibia\, actively participate in planting trees on Arbor Day. Arbor Day is usually celebrated in spring; in Namibia we celebrate it on the second Friday in October.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/arbor-day-2026/
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