Project Update: January 2009

From 8th-19th December 2008, the project team visited 12 primary schools and 3 secondary schools that are found in the project area. The project team led by Mr. Chagunda held several consultative meetings with school pupils and their teachers. The main aim of the meetings was to sensitize school pupils and teachers on the importance of establishing wildlife and environmental protection clubs and committees as this would help the future generation to acquire new knowledge and skills which they can use to prudently managed our natural heritage (wildlife) and protect the environment for their benefits and for the benefit of the generations to come.

A total of 10 wildlife clubs and 4 wildlife and environmental protection committees were established (See photo). We are pleased to report that 45% of members are young girls and 60 % of the patrons of these clubs and committees are female teachers.