As the world marks International Women’s Day, women are increasingly recognized as key drivers of sustainable tourism, conservation, and economic empowerment across global destinations.
Segoline Tarimo, Assistant Commissioner for Conservation at the Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority, is being recognized ahead of International Women’s Day 2026 for her role in strengthening wildlife conservation, promoting domestic tourism, and expanding tourism opportunities across Tanzania’s protected areas.
Mariam Chuma Kobelo, Senior Assistant Conservation Commissioner for Tourism Services and Marketing at the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority, is championing domestic tourism through innovative campaigns that inspire Tanzanians to rediscover their natural heritage while strengthening sustainable tourism.
Ahead of International Women’s Day 2026, Tanzania celebrates Dr. Devolent Mtui of TAWIRI for discovering Charaxes mtuiae, a new butterfly species contributing to global biodiversity records.
