Namibian Ministry of Environment and Tourism is preparing for the establishment of a bush lodge in the recently opened Mangetti National Park, with the aim of reducing poverty among the neighbouring local communities.
“We envisage the project to be completed at least in two years from now,” chief public relations officer of the MET, Romeo Muyunda elaborated. Renowned for its natural beauty, the MNP was formally opened to tourists and the general public on 10 October 2014 since it was first fenced off in 1973.
“It is known for its typical savanna landscape, abundant biodiversity and a range of ecosystems and hosts a variety of large mammals,” Minister of Environment and Tourism, Uahekua Herunga, added.
Predators such as leopards, hyenas and the extremely rare and endangered wild dog can also be found at the park.
Herunga also added that thus far, the Mangetti National Park has collected more than N$1,1 million from trophy hunting in the park since its proclamation. The park continues to generate around N$900 000 annually in respect of promoting awareness on illegal poaching and hunting.
“Half of the amount collected is given to the surrounding communities for their wellbeing, while the other half is placed in the ministry’s game trust fund for future usage for upgrading of conservancies and security procedures,” Muyunda added.
The park operates on a daily basis where visitors can come from sunrise to sunset. A park ranger will be present at the gates to inform visitors on entry fees and regulations to be followed while in the park.
“We envisage the project to be completed at least in two years from now,” chief public relations officer of the MET, Romeo Muyunda elaborated. Renowned for its natural beauty, the MNP was formally opened to tourists and the general public on 10 October 2014 since it was first fenced off in 1973.
“It is known for its typical savanna landscape, abundant biodiversity and a range of ecosystems and hosts a variety of large mammals,” Minister of Environment and Tourism, Uahekua Herunga, added.
Predators such as leopards, hyenas and the extremely rare and endangered wild dog can also be found at the park.
Herunga also added that thus far, the Mangetti National Park has collected more than N$1,1 million from trophy hunting in the park since its proclamation. The park continues to generate around N$900 000 annually in respect of promoting awareness on illegal poaching and hunting.
“Half of the amount collected is given to the surrounding communities for their wellbeing, while the other half is placed in the ministry’s game trust fund for future usage for upgrading of conservancies and security procedures,” Muyunda added.
The park operates on a daily basis where visitors can come from sunrise to sunset. A park ranger will be present at the gates to inform visitors on entry fees and regulations to be followed while in the park.
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