Chief Sakarias Seibeb of the Dâure Daman Traditional Authority in Namibia expressed gratitude towards the Dâures Green Hydrogen project for its positive impact on the local community. The project not only created employment opportunities for 100 individuals during the construction phase but also led to the cultivation of vegetables that were beneficial to the community. The chief highlighted that a 10% shareholding in the national project was allocated, with specific percentages designated for the Tsiseb Conservancy and the traditional authority. While praising the initiative, Seibeb also addressed the challenges related to the Goantagab Mine's reopening within the Sorris Sorris conservancy, emphasizing the need for tourism and mining to coexist harmoniously. The article delves into the complexities of the situation, including disagreements over land use and competition issues. Furthermore, the chief responded to allegations of mismanagement and involvement in controversial mining operations, asserting the importance of government regulations and fair compensation for traditional authorities. He denied selling land for mining purposes and highlighted the need for adequate compensation for community resources. The article concludes with Seibeb's perspective on the ongoing challenges and the necessity for dialogue between stakeholders to ensure the coexistence of various economic activities while preserving the environment and benefiting the local population.