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.
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.
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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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