Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 36 minutes ago
Namibia's 1,500 km coastline powers a fishing industry worth over 15% of the country's foreign income. But meeting export demand means meeting strict international standards.
In this video, we explore how nuclear and isotopic techniques are transforming food safety in Namibia. With support from the IAEA and FAO, Namibia can now test fish and seafood for toxic heavy metals in as little as three days - right at home, without sending samples abroad. We also explore the early warning system monitoring Namibian waters for harmful algal blooms. Using DNA analysis, scientists can detect toxin-producing algae before contaminating the seafood, protecting both consumers and the country's growing export trade.
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Namibia's 1,500 km coastline powers a fishing industry worth over 15% of the country's foreign income. But meeting export demand means meeting strict international standards.
In this video, we explore how nuclear and isotopic techniques are transforming food safety in Namibia. With support from the IAEA and FAO, Namibia can now test fish and seafood for toxic heavy metals in as little as three days - right at home, without sending samples abroad. We also explore the early warning system monitoring Namibian waters for harmful algal blooms. Using DNA analysis, scientists can detect toxin-producing algae before contaminating the seafood, protecting both consumers and the country's growing export trade.
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