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Joseph Mbambangandu Conservancy

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Joseph Mbambangandu Conservancy

Named after a senior headman who was the first to come into the area from Zambia, and who founded the villages.

Registered:

March 2004

Region:

Kavango East

Area:

43 km²

Approximate population:

1849

Geographical features:

Average annual rainfall of 550-600 mm. Located on the banks of the Okavango River with Kalahari woodlands, oxbow lake and floodplains.

Particular features:

Riparian woodland in good condition, river and oxbow lake

Major wildlife resources:

Hippo, crocodile, interesting bird life, various fish species.

Enterprises:

Mbamba Campsite (community campsite); crafts.

Management:

Management Committee of six men and four women; Traditional Authority serves on the committee as advisor; Mbamba Campsite has five staff; no wildlife monitoring at present.

Address:

Joseph Mbambangandu Conservancy, P.O. Box 2075, Rundu

Chairperson:

Ms Alfons Kandjware 0813713548

Secretary:

Mr Hendrick Muhera 0818684659

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