(Posted 28th February 2025)
| THE Government has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable wildlife trade while firmly rejecting increased global restrictions, stating that inflexible conservation policies undermine Zimbabwe’s achievements and negatively impact local livelihoods. This stance was outlined by the Minister of Environment, Climate and Wildlife, Dr Evelyn Ndlovu, during a stakeholder engagement meeting held in Bulawayo on Tuesday under the theme: “Inclusive Integration of Sustainable Wildlife Trade into the Economic Landscape.” |
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| Meanwhile Zimbabwe has also renewed its call for the lifting of the international ivory trade ban, insisting that selling its stockpiles could generate critical funding for wildlife conservation and help combat illegal trafficking.Speaking at the CITES COP-20 Stakeholder Consultation Meeting held in Bulawayo, Environment, Climate and Wildlife Minister Evelyn Ndlovu argued that sustainable trade is essential for supporting conservation and uplifting local communities. |
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