Oil drilling in Okavango threatens local communities and wildlife.
Oil drilling, climate change, and water abstraction have disrupted the Okavango Delta, Africa's largest inland delta, and its surrounding region, threatening the livelihoods of local communities and wildlife species. Canadian oil and gas firm Reconnaissance Energy's drilling license is being challenged by local communities and environmental groups, who claim that the company damaged lands and polluted water sources without permission. The company has held over 700 community consultations and claims to apply rigorous safety and environmental protection standards. The hearing to consider revoking the license has been postponed until further notice.