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Kwita Izina 2018( Gorilla Naming): Who are the Gorilla namers the year 2018

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Kwita Izina Kwita Izina was introduced in 2005 with the aim of creating awareness of conservation efforts for the endangered mountain gorilla. At last year’s event, which was graced by president Paul Kagame, the head of state said: “Mountain gorillas are a part of our natural resources and our heritage. It is everyone’s responsibility to conserve and protect biodiversity. In protecting gorillas, we have everything to gain.’‘ This year’s names includes conservationists, sports personalities, philanthropists and diplomats. 23 baby gorillas will be named for this 2018 year’s event. But who are gorilla namers on this event? Here is a long list: 1.His Highness Sheikh Dr. Abdulaziz Ali Bin Rashid Al Nuami: Known as the ‘Green Sheikh’, he has dedicated his life to traveling and environmental stewardship. 2. Dr. Noeline Raondry Rakotoarisa: She is the Program Chief of Capacity Building and Partnerships Section- UNESCO/MAB (Man and Biosphere). 3. Madame Graca Machel: She is t

13 Reasons to visit Rwanda, a country which goes far beyond gorillas and genocide

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I t is an African country whose name will always be tinged with tragedy – but which is also known as a fabulous destination for wildlife and adventure. Better still, as of now, Rwanda is more accessible from the UK than ever before. Reasons to go? Try these 10...                (1) You can fly direct from anywhere in the world With a role-call of neighbours that includes one of Africa’s best-loved safari destinations (Tanzania, to the east), but also a trio of countries which perhaps fit the description “off the beaten track” (Burundi to the south, Uganda to the north, the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the west), Rwanda could be regarded as one of the more unreachable areas of a continent that is not known for ease of travel. However, last week, this little nugget of a state (it amounts to just 10,169 square miles – which makes it the fourth smallest country on the African mainland, behind The Gambia, Swaziland and Djibouti) became directly linked to the UK. May 26 witnes

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