Villagers in Namtumbo tasked to venture into forestry value chains
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Villagers in Namtumbo tasked to venture into forestry value chains
TANZANIAN Community Forest Conservation Network (MJUMITA) has challenged Namtumbo villagers in Ruvuma region to form small groups and establish beekeeping project in their respective villages to generate income and preserve nature.
MJUMITA Coordinator for Sothern Zone, Benedict Minja speaking to the villagers during capacity building meeting. Photo: Correspondent Gerald Kitabu
The community network said that the villagers can do so if they will participate fully in the forestry and value chains development programme (FORVAC).
Speaking at a meeting on forest governance with Kilangalanga villagers in Namtumbo District, Ruvma Region recently, MJUMITA’s Coordinator for Sothern Zone, Benedict Minja said the beekeeping projects will supplement agriculture, sustain livelihood and provide food security.