MEFT calls for an end to illegal sand, gravel mining

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2026-01-15

ONDANDO, 26 October 2020 - Spokesperson of the community of Ondando village near Oniipa in the Oshikoto Region, Oscar Shikongo views the village's disputed sand mining site. (Photo by: Mathias Nanghanda) NAMPA

WINDHOEK, 15 JAN (NAMPA) - The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has expressed serious concern over the ongoing rise in illegal sand and gravel mining activities in Namibia, stating that these activities are being carried out without the necessary Environmental Clearance Certificates (ECCs).
The MEFT Minister, Indileni Daniel, said on Thursday that those engaged in illegal mining are operating without the required ECCs issued by the O...

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WINDHOEK, 31 March- Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism, Indileni Daniel. (Photo by Eba Kandovazu). NAMPA

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