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Namibia Faces Widespread Illegal Sand Mining Concerns
Published Wednesday, October 21, 2026 · Updated October 21
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The article emphasizes the environmental destruction and safety threats, including fatalities, caused by uncontrolled sand and gravel extraction, highlighting the government's efforts to strengthen regulation and enforcement.
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