3/10/2021
WINDHOEK, March 10 (Reuters) - Namibia has seen a surge in
incidents of human-wildlife conflicts involving elephants,
buffaloes and other species, mainly in the north and
northeastern parts of the country, the environment minister told
parliament on Wednesday.
Like several other African nations, Namibia is trying to
strike a balance between protecting high-value species like
elephants and rhinos, while managing the danger they pose when
they encroach on areas of human habitation.
The country has resorted to auctioning off some of its
elephants while relocating others to national parks. In some
cases, government would "destroy" problem-causing animals, the
minister said.
The plans have riled some conservationists, with several