Etosha: Let’s Not Redraw Boundaries Without Good Reason

There is a clear divide in recommendations by Namibia’s delimitation commission when it comes to some targeted regions and communities.

It appears that the administrative control of Etosha is being aggressively moved towards the greater Oshana region which barely borders the park.

It is baffling how such a school of thought can assume and reconcile such a narrow position: the move has the potential to cripple the livelihoods of surrounding communities and the economy of the already impoverished Kunene region.

The deafening silence of governor Vipuakuje Muharukua on the issue leaves much to be desired; one could argue that to him an asset and the single biggest contributor to the region’s development is a mere afterthought.

Does the minister care?

REGIONAL ANCHOR

Etosha National Park is more than just a protected conservation area. It is one of Namibia’s most recognisable national treasures, a cornerstone of our tourism industry, and a source of pride for all Namibians.

Every year, thousands of local and international visitors travel to Etosha to experience its remarkable wildlife and landscapes.

Yet from time to time, discussions emerge suggesting that the park should be administratively moved from the Kunene region to the Oshana region.