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New Academic Building at Mweka College Aims to Strengthen Conservation Skills

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MOSHI, Tanzania — The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Lands, Natural Resources and Tourism has expressed satisfaction with the construction of a new academic building at the College of African Wildlife Management (Mweka) in Moshi District, Kilimanjaro Region.

Committee Chairperson Hon. Timotheo Mnzava (MP) said the project demonstrates the government’s commitment to improving training infrastructure for wildlife conservation professionals in Tanzania.

Speaking during an inspection visit to the college, Mnzava noted that the institution plays a critical role in preparing skilled conservation experts who support the country’s natural resource protection efforts.

He urged the government to continue strengthening infrastructure at Mweka Wildlife College and other training institutions under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism.

Following the visit, Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism Dr. Ashatu Kijaji (MP) thanked the parliamentary committee for its recommendations, saying the feedback will help the ministry further improve institutions under its supervision.

Dr. Kijaji assured lawmakers that the ministry will implement the committee’s recommendations as part of broader efforts to support the vision of President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, Tanzania’s Chief Conservation Officer, in advancing conservation education and sustainable management of natural resources.

She also noted that ongoing improvements at the college have increased its global appeal, attracting students from several countries seeking professional training in wildlife conservation.

Earlier, the minister also met with Kilimanjaro Regional Commissioner Nurdin Babu, where both sides reaffirmed their commitment to working together with local communities to strengthen conservation and tourism development in the region.

The visit was attended by Moshi District Commissioner Godfrey Mnzava, Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism Dr. Hassan Abbasi, ministry officials and leadership from the College of African Wildlife Management Mweka.

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