ZimParks just opposed plans for mining inside Hwange National Park. The wildlife agency asked mining officials to reject any requests to dig in the Sinamatella area, where endangered black rhinos live. Tinashe Farawo from ZimParks explained why they blocked this idea. He pointed out that mining would damage the homes of these rare animals and hurt Zimbabwe's good name for taking care of nature.
Farawo stressed how important these animals are for our planet. The black rhinos fall under the highest protection level because they might disappear forever if nobody helps them. Mining machines and trucks would scare away these shy creatures. Years of hard work saving these animals could be erased if mining starts happening around them.
Hwange National Park has the second-largest population of elephants in Africa. Mining digs deep holes that can change how water flows underground, making life harder for animals that already struggle to find enough water. Tourists come from everywhere to see these amazing creatures in their natural homes. Loud noises, dirty air, and torn-up land would chase away both animals and visitors.
Farawo promised they would fight hard to keep the land safe. He believes these special places belong to all people from Zimbabwe today and tomorrow. The area also contains an ancient place called Bumbusi Monument, where local people perform important customs. Leaders from nearby communities hold special ceremonies asking for rain each year at this spot. Local folks worry that digging machines and mining work will ruin these sacred traditions they hold dear.
Farawo stressed how important these animals are for our planet. The black rhinos fall under the highest protection level because they might disappear forever if nobody helps them. Mining machines and trucks would scare away these shy creatures. Years of hard work saving these animals could be erased if mining starts happening around them.
Hwange National Park has the second-largest population of elephants in Africa. Mining digs deep holes that can change how water flows underground, making life harder for animals that already struggle to find enough water. Tourists come from everywhere to see these amazing creatures in their natural homes. Loud noises, dirty air, and torn-up land would chase away both animals and visitors.
Farawo promised they would fight hard to keep the land safe. He believes these special places belong to all people from Zimbabwe today and tomorrow. The area also contains an ancient place called Bumbusi Monument, where local people perform important customs. Leaders from nearby communities hold special ceremonies asking for rain each year at this spot. Local folks worry that digging machines and mining work will ruin these sacred traditions they hold dear.
