Tag: Land Management
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Danantara to Manage Land Seized From 28 Firms After Deadly Sumatra Floods
Introduction In a decisive move following one of the worst flood disasters in Sumatra’s recent history, Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund Danantara has announced it will manage land reclaimed from 28 firms whose exploitation permits were revoked for deforestation. Officials say the illegal clearing of forests contributed to catastrophic floods that claimed more than 1,000 lives,…
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Danantara to Manage Land Reclaimed From 28 Firms After Sumatra Floods
Overview: Danantara Takes on a Controversial Role Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund, Danantara, has announced it will manage land reclaimed from 28 companies whose permits were revoked due to deforestation activities in Sumatra. Authorities say these environmental damages contributed to the catastrophic floods that killed more than 1,000 people and displaced tens of thousands. The move…
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Danantara to Manage Land Seized After Sumatra Floods
Danantara Takes Charge of Reclaimed Land Following Sumatra Floods In the wake of devastating floods in Sumatra that authorities say were worsened by illegal deforestation and poorly managed land use, the Indonesian sovereign wealth fund Danantara has announced it will manage land reclaimed from 28 companies whose permits were revoked. The move marks a significant…
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Cancel Tribal Lordship: Why Namibia Must Address Land Disputes and the Oshikoto Shootings
Introduction: Reconsidering Tribal Authority in a Changing Namibia Namibia’s land governance and the role of traditional authorities have long been intertwined with the country’s history and social fabric. Yet a recent sequence of violent events in the Oshikoto region—fatal shooting of a village headman and the critical wounding of another, who also holds a top…
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Revenue Department Extends Freehold Land Ban Until November 11
Revenue Department’s Decision on Freehold Land The Revenue Department has announced an extension of the ban on freehold land registrations until November 11. This decision aims to address ongoing concerns regarding land ownership and management, particularly for small farmers in the region. Impact on Small Farmers The extension of the ban has raised several issues…