July 12, 2012
By Dr Conrad Brain, Environmental scientist Embedded within the mixed matrix of those who travel the world in pursuit of the most stunning sunsets, the highest […]
Stories
Travel News Namibia, your gateway to captivating narratives that transport you to the heart of Namibia’s enchanting landscapes, vibrant cultures, and awe-inspiring adventures. Here, we invite you to embark on a journey through the written word, where each article is a window into the soul of this extraordinary land. From tales of intrepid explorations across the vast deserts to encounters with the diverse wildlife that calls Namibia home, our stories are a celebration of the country’s natural wonders and the people who make it come alive.
July 12, 2012
By Dr Ann Scott, Mike Scott and Dr Conrad Brain, Namibia Crane Working Group We are flying high over a hot, white landscape north of the Etosha […]
July 12, 2012
By Hugh Paxton, Freelance journalist After 32 years working for conservation in this country, Mike Griffin, the resident expert on everything from golden moles to green […]
July 12, 2012
By Linda Baker, SPAN Communications Officer He’s been shot at by UNITA rebels, narrowly escaped being blown up by a landmine, had close encounters with lions […]
July 12, 2012
By Ron Swilling In the dry, dusty summer wind, the thatch grass-roofed structure of Mashi Crafts is bursting at the seams with the weavings of palm leaves […]
July 12, 2012
By Mary Seely, Desert Research Foundation of Namibia Although many may never have heard of him, Lars Karlsson is revered in Namibia’s inner environmental circles. He […]
July 12, 2012
By Mary Seely and Carole Roberts, Desert Research Foundation of Namibia Namibia is the most arid country in Southern Africa, with water a key resource. Rivers […]
July 12, 2012
Growing demands on staff and resources and expansion of its focus beyond wildlife led the Integrated Rural Development and Nature Conservation (IRDNC) to acquire two more […]
July 12, 2012
By Ginger Mauney, Project Co-ordinator, Conservation and the Environment in Namibia People from around the world are drawn to Namibia’s vast, wild places, but with tourism increasing […]
July 12, 2012
By Mark Jago, Veterinarian: MET Game Capture Unit Namibia’s highly successful black-rhino conservation programme has been at the forefront of the effort aimed at bringing Diceros bicornis bicornis […]
July 12, 2012
By Hu Berry As they lance the sky with crimson wings, flamingos follow ancient routes across Africa. Migration in tune with the rains is cardinal for […]
July 12, 2012
By Reagan Chunga, Integrated Environmental Consultants Namibia Flip on a light switch, turn a tap, or start your car. For many urban dwellers, these actions may […]
July 12, 2012
By Sven-Eric Kanzler, Environmental journalist “Hunting spider.” After a thorough look at the animal under the microscope, Aina Mwalya types the description into the computer list. […]
July 12, 2012
By Dr Keith Leggett, Namibian Elephant and Giraffe Trust Elephant conservation is a challenge and for many a calling. In both cases, the need for facts is […]
July 12, 2012
According to FAO statistics, Namibia’s forests are declining by 0.9 per cent per year, an alarmingly high figure if you take into account how difficult it […]
July 12, 2012
By Dr Laurie Marker, Founder/Executive Director, Cheetah Conservation Fund Can conservation combined with science and technology save the cheetah for future generations? And, if so, how are […]
July 12, 2012
By Peter Bridgeford, Co-ordinator, Vultures Namibia To a vulture riding on the wind, soaring on motionless wings through the azure African sky, international boundaries are of […]
July 12, 2012
By Hugh Paxton, Freelance Journalist Trygve Cooper, Chief Warden of the Sperrgebiet, is something of a legend in Namibian conservation circles. This is hardly surprising, as […]
July 12, 2012
By Dr Malan Lindeque, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Tourism When Etosha was proclaimed Game Reserve No 2 a century ago, it had no elephants, lions or […]
July 12, 2012
By Dr Laurie Marker and Bonnie Schumann, Cheetah Conservation Fund Depending on who you ask, the answer will vary from ‘too many’ – which in most […]