“This site, where early settlers lived 10,000 years ago, bears historical significance,” said Lemton Misinde, a tour guide at Dedza Mphunzi Hill, a world heritage site in the district of Dedza.
The tour guide opines that Malawi’s world heritage sites like Dedza Mphunzi Hill demand a collaborative, multi-sectoral approach, vital for the nation’s social and economic advancement.
While government protection exists, Misinde seeks additional support from traditional leaders to ensure the continued preservation of these sites.
To combat environmental degradation within the protected area, he proposes a comprehensive strategy, highlighting the site’s contribution to Maawi’s economy through tourism. “Mphunzi site attracts tourists from Europe, the Middle East, America and Australia.”
Senior Chief Kachere underscores the collective responsibility to preserve world heritage sites and suggests constructing lodges and restaurants to attract more tourists. “Additionally, the government should improve road conditions leading to world heritage sites in Dedza,” said Chief Kachere.
According to environmental scientist, Joseph Kenson-Sakala, there’s a need to safeguard these resources and integrate them into Malawi’s tourism policy. He highlights the environmental and natural value of these precious resources, emphasising their role in attracting international visitors to Malawi.
Dedza District, home to UNESCO-decreed world heritage sites such as Mphunzi and Nchencherere rock arts, stands as a significant contributor to Malawi’s cultural richness.
Reported by Sothine Ndazi.
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