Namibia: Mutorwa Warns of Resource Wars

AT LEAST 800 rivers worldwide are likely subjects of inter-state disputes if not properly regulated, says agriculture minister John Mutorwa.

This, he said, is because countries extract increasing amounts of water to irrigate crops and supply water to growing populations, as well as to expand businesses and industries.

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