Violent attacks on tourists in Namibia spark concern


WINDHOEK, Sept. 12 (Xinhua) -- Namibia's Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism (MEFT) on Tuesday condemned the recent violent attacks targeting international tourists across the country.

Minister Pohamba Shifeta said in a statement that the recent spate of violent attacks on international tourists is a grave concern to the industry and the country as a whole.

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