“WATU, SIMBA na MAZINGIRA” (WASIMA) is a grassroots Non-Governmental and Non-Profit Organization based in Western Tanzania.
We focus on promoting, supporting, and improving community livelihoods, sustainable environmental practices, wildlife conservation, and development in rural areas surrounding protected areas.
WASIMA works towards achieving the United Republic of Tanzania’s goals with respect to environmental, social, economic, and cultural development in conjunction with local and international stakeholders.
What we do
By combining research, conservation, and development, we are tackling interconnected issues such as unsustainable natural resource use and human-wildlife conflict, inadequate educational resources, and the lack of dependable water sources. This website showcases the different project strands that have involved many sponsors and stakeholders.
Our vision
To become the leading model in promoting nature conservation and livelihood improvement through sustainable natural resources management practices in Tanzania.
Our Mission
To promote nature conservation and improve community livelihoods through environment conservation, conservation education, community-based conservation initiatives, ecotourism, economic development and cultural activities.
Our Process
We use a community-led conservation approach and believe the community knows its needs better than anyone else. Together, we work side by side to solve problems, make decisions, and create positive changes in our community.
Our Programs
Human-lion Conflicts Mitigation
The increase in population and human activities in the landscape has led to an increase in land use changes and increased interaction between people and wildlife. This results in challenges such as human-wildlife conflict, and habitat degradation.
Environmental Education and Outreach
Environmental Education and Outreach aim to raise awareness and promote conservation through community engagement and educational initiatives.
The Habitat Conservation
The Habitat Conservation Program aims to preserve our natural habitats by implementing strategic activities to mitigate threats such as human-lion conflicts, poaching, encroachment by livestock and humans, and wildfire outbreaks.
Community and Livelihood
We understand that sustainable conservation efforts are intrinsically linked to the well-being of local communities. Our initiatives focus on enhancing livelihoods through sustainable practices, providing alternative income sources, and promoting eco-friendly resource use.
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Our Strategic Plan
Welcome to Our 2024 -2028 Strategic Plan
At WASIMA we have a strong commitment to protecting nature and its people. In an effort to leave a lasting impression on the earth, this roadmap represents our commitment to sustainable development, wildlife protection, and environmental stewardship.
WASIMA envisions a healthy landscape for people and wildlife where humans, lions, and other wildlife co-exist.
