Namibia celebrates International Biological Diversity Day

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2024-05-22

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WINDHOEK, 22 MAY (NAMPA) – Namibia joined the rest of the world in commemorating International Biological Diversity Day under the theme, ‘Be part of the plan’, on Wednesday.
International Biological Diversity Day is observed on 22 May annually to recognise the vital role biodiversity plays in sustaining ecosystems.
Speaking at the commemoration event at Lüderitz, Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism Pohamba Shifeta said Namibia is celeb...

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