Longwe Ostrich Project - An Alternative to land-use systems to reduce biodiversity loss
The Longwe Ostritch Project is located in a village on the eastern section of the Kennilworth Resettlement Scheme some 120 km northeast of Bulawayo. Prior to resettlement the area boasted of a wide diversity of wiidlife such as kudu, impala , duiker, tsetsebe , monkeys ,warthogs,and the burrowing -living cats.There was also an abundance of bird life including the strich, stocks and fliers.
The introduction and increase in human population densities resulted in a marked decrease in the populations of wildlife as convetional communal land use systems ,and livestock management take precedence.Some species like the ostrich are threatene with extinction.The idea of the Longwe Ostrich Project was conceived in the light of the foregoing analysis.
MAIN PROJECT OBJECTIVE.
In choosing to develop the ostrich project ,the farmers on the resettlement scheme sought to engage in some form of land use compatible with the existent eco-system and congruent to the land capability classification.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
-To promote ongoing community initiatives aimed at protecting the environment and promoting ecologically sustainable development through beter land use.
-To ipmrove the standards of living of the members and their households though deriving improved and sustainable incomes from the project.
-To promote the conservation of the ostrich species and save it from extinction.
-To provide fora for farmers to learn about ostritch farming
-To breed, and raise and market ostriches and ostrich by products.
The direct beneficiaries of the project are the participants and their dependent families ,who will gain in skills , incomes and self-confidence.
ANTICIPATED PROJECT RESULTS
The project is geared to
-breed and raise ostriches for meat ,hides, and feathers which will be sold.
- generate income for its members ,which will result in improveng their standard of living
-empower the participants with technical ,business management and personal skills.
-create employment for members and or other locals.
-enhance environmental conservation awareness ,rotect the ostrich from extinction.
-improve awareness of, and acceptance of the role of women as equal partners/participants in development.
The introduction and increase in human population densities resulted in a marked decrease in the populations of wildlife as convetional communal land use systems ,and livestock management take precedence.Some species like the ostrich are threatene with extinction.The idea of the Longwe Ostrich Project was conceived in the light of the foregoing analysis.
MAIN PROJECT OBJECTIVE.
In choosing to develop the ostrich project ,the farmers on the resettlement scheme sought to engage in some form of land use compatible with the existent eco-system and congruent to the land capability classification.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
-To promote ongoing community initiatives aimed at protecting the environment and promoting ecologically sustainable development through beter land use.
-To ipmrove the standards of living of the members and their households though deriving improved and sustainable incomes from the project.
-To promote the conservation of the ostrich species and save it from extinction.
-To provide fora for farmers to learn about ostritch farming
-To breed, and raise and market ostriches and ostrich by products.
The direct beneficiaries of the project are the participants and their dependent families ,who will gain in skills , incomes and self-confidence.
ANTICIPATED PROJECT RESULTS
The project is geared to
-breed and raise ostriches for meat ,hides, and feathers which will be sold.
- generate income for its members ,which will result in improveng their standard of living
-empower the participants with technical ,business management and personal skills.
-create employment for members and or other locals.
-enhance environmental conservation awareness ,rotect the ostrich from extinction.
-improve awareness of, and acceptance of the role of women as equal partners/participants in development.
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Project Snapshot
Grantee:
Matebeleland Development Foundation
Country:
Zimbabwe
Area Of Work:
Land Degradation
Grant Amount:
US$ 50,000.00
Co-Financing Cash:
US$ 11,441.00
Co-Financing in-Kind:
US$ 13,069.00
Project Number:
ZIM/92/G31/14
Status:
Satisfactorily Completed
Project Characteristics and Results
Capacity - Building Component
Group has been trained in all aspects of ostrich production, marketing, financial management and have been equipped with technical skills on water and electricity management. There has been increased knowledge and empowerment.
Gender Focus
In terms of total membership, there is an equal proportion of men and women and it is pleasing to note that women play a pivotal role in decision making and in controlling resources. They have been empowered and have gained self-confidence.
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