UDC tackles exclusion in tourism

Gaolathe and Kgosi Tawana addressing jpurnalists yesterday PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE
Gaolathe and Kgosi Tawana addressing jpurnalists yesterday PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

The Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) believes that there is need to stimulate national dialogue on tourism and the Okavango Delta in particular, in order to address issues of community exclusion.

“The Okavango is one of the most pristine natural habitats and attractions in the world, and yet we have not been able to exploit this asset to the full extent, in a manner that contributes significantly to inclusive social and economic advancement of communities around the Okavango in Botswana while at the same time sustaining ecological conservation,” UDC secretary general Ndaba Gaolathe told reporters yesterday.

“There is need to identify challenges and opportunities for various stakeholders to focus on. We should forge consensus on overall vision and aspirations.”

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