Conservation and development must not become enemies – Windhoek Observer

Conservation and development must not become enemies – Windhoek Observer

The dispute unfolding in the Kunene Region between the Dâure Daman Traditional Authority and tourism operator Ultimate Safaris is far more than a local disagreement over mining permits or conservation fees. It is a defining test of Namibia’s ability to balance environmental stewardship, economic development, traditional governance and the rule of law. At its heart lies a question that many developing nations continue to wrestle with: how does a …