By: Annakleta Haikera and Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus
Sand and gravel gravel miners in Kavango East are said to be mining with no regard for the environment, leading to the uprooting of trees, and disturbance of river biodiversity.
This is according to the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism following various mining site visits.
A compliance order is being prepared for all of these sites to stop mining until their activities are legally approved and risk-assessed.
These sand gravel miners dredge and mine sand along various Kavango River branches and around Rundu. According to the Ministry, the mining activities are not conducted with environmental and water provisions, posing serious environmental, health, and safety risks.
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