Improving Human-Wildlife Coexistence in Mola

We hope that you and your families are all safe and well during this challenging time. 

As COIVD-19 swept across the globe in the last few months and Zimbabwe joined the many countries under a national lockdown, all project work was put on hold.

Before this happened, the Mola Wildlife Coexistence Project was doing very well. The new year started with 40 children joining our Conservation Clubs in the area, learning about conservation, the environment and how healthy ecosystems contribute to healthy communities. Thanks to your kind support, we planted almost 200 fruit trees which will be tended by the Conservation Clubs and hopefully soon, bear fruit to supplement the local school children's diets and improve food security. 

The number of lion-proof cattle bomas grew to 11, and all cattle received veterinary care including their vaccinations. No livestock were lost to disease or predation during this reporting period. 73% more land was enriched with natural fertiliser from rotating the cattle bomas, crops were planted and are growing well. 

The Lion Guardians' training and all other planned activities have unfortunately been postponed until it is safe to travel and hold gatherings. The wellbeing of the communities and our staff remains our top priority and we are grateful that no cases of the virus have been reported in the area.

Thank you once again for your kind and generous support. We look forward to sharing good news with you all again soon.