Villages in the eastern part of Otjinene Constituency, bordering the Eiseb area in the Omaheke Region, are battling a veldfire that has destroyed vegetation and much-needed grazing. Oturauhane Village Headman, Alfons Tjipetekera, says the persistent windy conditions have made the already strong fire difficult to extinguish. Tjipetekera added that with available assistance from the government,...
November 8, 2024
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October 4, 2023October 4, 2023Uncategorized
Omaheke villages battle veldfires – nbc
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July 2, 2023July 2, 2023Uncategorized
Vast hectares of land destroyed by veldfires a concern – nbc
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July 2, 2023July 2, 2023Uncategorized
Vast hectares of land destroyed by veldfires a concern
Since the start of the fire season in April, the Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism has recorded a total of 499,344 hectares destroyed by uncontrolled fires. The public is called upon to take precautions when handling fires. Namibia’s fire season starts in April and ends in September. Fires have caused massive damage to the...