Namibia has long been praised for its locally-based conservancies that have benefited both wildlife and rural communities. But the government is now allowing oil and gas and other companies onto previously protected lands, putting the nation’s conservation gains in jeopardy.
Court costs can financially ruin conservancies and community forests – Kavango communities call for assistance to waive legal costs economist.com.na - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from economist.com.na Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Legal fees of more than N$500 000 billed to Kavango communities for appealing ReconAfrica’s drilling for oil and gas on communal lands may financially ruin conservancies and.