Community support and education is a big part of Chada
Katavi camp and it is always great fun when guests get involved. The White family was super excited to visit the local
community in and around Kibaoni and a morning trip was scheduled.
The morning began and as the White family was on route to
Kibaoni their trip was interrupted as
they came across the Chada lion pride. What a way to start the morning! After the lions, their journey continued to a farm house outside of the
village. With the help of the White family and Michael Sungula (one of our
staff members and community liaison) the Malambo family received a rocket stove
and were taught how to build and use it. This will slow down the deforestation
on the edges of the park as it reduces the amount of trips for wood each family
needs to make.
The next stop was the Kakuni Primary School, where the
school had a heads up we were coming for a visit. They welcomed us with open
arms and the White family was given a tour of the school and were treated to
some local dances and singing as the school put on a little performance for
them.
We ended our visit off with a friendly football game. The
White family along with Michael and the Nomad guides played against one of the
school's teams. It was loads of fun, which resulted in a nail biting game
that ended in a 2-2 draw. It was a wonderful sight to see all those big smiles
that filled the school.
For more information in the Nomad Trust and the Chada Katavi
projects visit:
http://www.nomad-tanzania.com
Thanks to the White family, Bryan, Christine, Jeffrey, Paul,
Alex, Nick, Aris, Anthony and family friend Olivia
Till next time, Justin & Jacky
