JOURNAL ARTICLE
Uganda's Gorillas Boost Economy via Tourism.
Published In: Swara, 2024, v. 49, n. 2. P. 22 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: TENYWA, GERALD 3 of 3
Abstract
The article explores how Mountain gorilla tourism in Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable National Park has catalyzed economic growth in local communities, exemplified by Amos Twebaze's success as a guide-turned-entrepreneur. It emphasizes the importance of community-centered conservation efforts, citing past challenges like illegal activities threatening gorilla habitats and the current need for balanced investment in wildlife protection and community development.
Additional Information
- Source:Swara. 2024/04, Vol. 49, Issue 2, p22
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Environmental Sciences
- Publication Date:2024
- ISSN:1018-6174
- Accession Number:177127590
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