Title:
Increased drone activity worries farmers
Author(s):
Publication Year:
2025
Abstract:

Reports of drone sightings in rural parts of the country are raising concern among farmers, who suspect the devices may be used for poaching and livestock theft. According to the Namibia Agricultural Union (NAU), more farmers are reporting drones flying over farms and remote homesteads, especially at night. The union said the sightings have sparked questions about possible links to recent criminal activity. In response, a group of concerned individuals has created a protocol to track drone sightings and compare them with reports of theft or poaching. "The Namibian Police and the Namibia Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) have been alerted, but both agencies require written documentation before investigations can proceed," the NAU said. Members of the public are urged to record the drone's size, flight patterns, how often the drone appears, and its location. If a drone is recovered, it must be handled carefully to preserve possible evidence, such as fingerprints, stored footage, or IP address data.

Series Title:
Windhoek Observer
Item Type:
Report
Language:
en

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