Namibia bans drones in Etosha National Park!

The Namibian Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has officially banned all drones in Etosha National Park. As of now, no visitors are allowed to enter the park with a drone, regardless of whether or not they intend to use it.
According to the Ministry, all drones must be left at Etosha National Park's entrance gates upon arrival. Visitors may collect their drones again when exiting the park. This new policy follows a rise in unauthorized drone usage within Etosha National Park, which has led to security concerns and disturbances to wildlife and other visitors.
Previously, drones were permitted inside Etosha National Park under strict conditions – usage was allowed only with prior permission from the park's management. However, due to repeated violations of these rules, the Ministry has taken the decision to enforce a complete ban on drone entry to ensure the safety and serenity of the park.