Building Sustainable Futures for Humans and Wildlife in Purros, Namibia.
Community based conservation is the key to long-term sustainability for both indigenous communities and wildlife.
Himbaland indigenous conservation was created by Himba community members in Purros, Namibia. HIC works to improve livelihoods for people and support the conservation of desert wildlife.
Desert elephant, lion and rhino will only survive in this region with Himba support. The Himba must experience the direct benefits of thriving wildlife in their communities.
Himbaland Indigenous Conservation works in three key areas.
Community Based Agriculture
HIC will support the drilling of a bore hole for irrigation and elephant proof fencing for a community plot. Arid land agricultural experts will advise and educate community on techniques for soil fertility, seed saving, crop selection and rotations. HIC will also support the development and construction of a community education center.
Sustainable Tourism Development
HIC will assist in expanding its capacity for hosting sustainable tourism in the purros Region. In addition, HIC will support the development and implementation of a refuse management program.
Wildlife Monitoring and Education
HIC will Assist in developing training programs for wildlife guides, monitors and educators. HIC will support this effort with the development of an education center and technical resources.
The Himba people have thrived for over 500 years in the Namib, one of the world’s oldest deserts and one of Africa’s last great wildernesses. The Himba are semi-nomadic herders, sharing the landscape with rare populations of desert elephants, lions and rhinos. Climate disruption has resulted in less water in the notoriously dry Namib where grazing has become more challenging. HIC supports the community in building resiliency to meet these challenges
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