The involvement of indigenous people in the sustainable management of wildlife resources has been instrumental in precluding the extinction of important species. Clive StockilAlias (Mr Conservation), who has been at the forefront of several community wildlife conservation projects in the lowveld – including pioneering the CAMPFIRE programme – believes community led conservation is vital for the survival of African wildlife. […]
Author: Nyaladzi Lester Kole
Nyaladzi Lester Kole is my full name. I was born in Plumtree and did my primary education in three different schools: Mlomwe Primary (Grade 1 to 3), Nopemano Primary (Grade 4 to 6) and Thekwane Primary Grade 7. I did my secondary education in Thekwane High (Form 1 to 6). I also did my degree in Publishing Studies at National Univesity of Science and Technology (NUST) and graduated in 2021. Currently working as a publisher at Scrivener Zimbabwe.
She Knew When To Say ‘ENOUGH’
My mother named me ‘ Kwanele’ a name that literally mean ‘enough’. I grew up thinking that she gave me that name because I’m the last born. In 2004 my young sister, Tiro-Ludzi was born, and it made my name to be totally irrelevant now.
Environmental Poem
I was born with a purpose.
But?
i did not know the meaning of my purpose
I was born with a purpose
But?
I did not know what was my purpose
What Digital Technology Means For Smallholder Farmers In Zimbabwe
Recently, I joined a Twitter Space (Farm Spaces Africa) which brought together farmers, crop scientists and other professionals along the agriculture value chain. The discussion was based on agriculture technology.
Over 300 Households Affected By Climate Hazards—Why Planting Trees Is Important
Frequent climate hazards have become a common challenge in Zimbabwe in recent years. From tropical cyclones and droughts, to destructive thunderstorms which have threatened especially the lives of rural people who are more vulnerable to climate hazards.
Community Project Underway For Human-Lion Conflict Management
This year the Savé Valley Conservancy teamed up with Lion Recovery Fund (LRF) to produce a participatory human-lion conflict management plan for Conservancy and the communities surrounding it.
‘Right Trees’ To Address The Twin Crisis Of Climate Change And Biodiversity Loss
Trees are crucial carbon sinks. They are an important component of the biosphere. Trees are vital in climate amelioration, and they provide a wide range of non-forest timber products. They are a source of livelihood.
Lowveld Adventure With Road Trips Travellers’ Club
The festive season is upon us, and your country boy is joining a number of urban folks in rural peregrination. But should holidaying mean traveling from our urban sanctuaries to the countryside for a break from the hustles and bustles of urban life? Well, we can travel to areas of interest for adventure. That’s the actual […]
Poetry: Why
The question why is the government so hard doing corruption
But at the same time say it’s bad
I now understan why street kids come in
We ar in the world that never show love
Twisted Cords
The day is still fresh and he’s wasted already,
Soaked in booze and pills.
He says it kills time, and heals his pain and agony.