Expo 2025 Event Program
📅 Living Earth Expo 2025 – Programme Overview
25–26 April 2025 | Dagbreek School, Windhoek
Our 2025 programme is designed to provoke, educate, inspire and connect. This vibrant two-day community innovation festival brings together hands-on workshops, inspiring talks, market stalls, entertainment, children’s activities, and much more — all focused on building a regenerative future in Namibia.
Note: The schedule below is close to final, but some details may still change. Please subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates.
🛠 Workshops
Workshops run throughout both days of the expo, offering practical skills and real-life solutions for farmers, gardeners, builders, entrepreneurs, teachers, and sustainability enthusiasts.
Workshop topics include:
• Permaculture Water Catchment – Swales
• Making Compost
• Tree Planting & Tree Care
• Compressed Earth Blocks & Natural Building
• Greywater Circle Demonstration
• Wicking Beds, Mulch & Soil Health
• Solar Cooking & Solar Dehydrators
• Barrelponics & Aquaponics
• Hydroponics, Fodder Production, Ollah Pots
• Biochar Demonstration & Urinal Project
• Biogas & Low-Pressure Drip Irrigation
• Food Preservation, Soap & Toothpaste Making
• Chicken Feed from Azolla, Duckweed, Purslane
• T-shirt Printing & Toy Making
• Electric Quadbakkies
Workshop times and locations will be displayed on a central blackboard at the venue. Some workshops run continuously, others at specific times.
💡 Knowledge Drops
Short, practical 15–20 minute learning sessions offered at exhibitor stalls every hour on the hour. Ideal for busy visitors who want take-home ideas and quick skills.
Topics range from composting and natural medicine to off-grid living, organic food, eco-construction and much more. Look out for the full schedule at the venue.
👶 Children’s Programme
• Waldorf Playpark: Face painting, sack races, traditional games, and more (entrance fee applies).
• Rubbish Ronnie & RNF Activities: Fun and educational games, colouring activities.
• Planetarium: 40-minute immersive shows every hour (free entry, limited to 24 kids per session).
• Treasure Hunt: An interactive learning adventure across the expo – explore, connect and win eco prizes!
🎪 Exhibitions & Markets
• 120+ Exhibitor Stalls: Regenerative agriculture, renewable energy, natural building, local innovations and more.
• Farmers’ Market: 30 stalls with organic produce, seeds, food and rural enterprise.
• Flea Market: Pre-loved goods for sale – visitors are welcome to donate items.
🎤 Trailblazer Talks (Multipurpose Hall)
• Friday 14h00–15h30: Food – Opening & Inspiring Stories
• Friday 16h00–17h30: Water – Community-Led Solutions
• Friday 19h00–22h00: Awards Ceremony & Dance
• Saturday 09h30–11h00: Energy – Solar, Biogas & Innovation
• Saturday 11h00–12h30: Shelter – Natural Building & Urban Design
• Saturday 12h30–14h00: Coordination – Governance & Collective Action
🌟 Awards Ceremony & Dance
Friday, 25 April – 19h00 to 22h00
Celebrate the trailblazers of regenerative Namibia with an inspiring award ceremony and an evening of music, food, and community connection. Includes raffle, Dutch auction of donated goods, and afterparty with a DJ.
🤝 Networking & Community
• NOA Meet & Greet (Friday 17h00–19h00): Connect with the Permaculture & Organic Farming Community.
• VIP Walkthroughs: Exhibitor tour on Saturday morning | NNF dignitary tour and speech (time TBC).
🎶 Entertainment & Experiences
• DJ & Music throughout the event
• Drumming Circle (Waldorf School)
• Yoga on the Grass (Friday & Saturday morning)
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