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Lusenga
National Park is situated in Kawambwa District in the
Luapula Province of Zambia (Lat 09° 15˝ South and long
28° 55˝12 East). This Park was established in 1972.
This Park was abundant in Wildlife species such as
Elephants, Sable and Roan Antelope, Bush Bucks, Reedbucks,
Harte Beast, Puku, Impala, Warthog, Bush Pig, Buffalo, Blue
Monkey, Cachuma Baboon, Vernert Monkey, Porcupine, Leopard,
Lion, Hippo, common Duiker,etc
Also abundant are various birdlife species numbering over
310.
In view of the rich history of this unique wildlife habitat,
the community with the help of Chita Lodge, resolved to form
a trust to oversee the re-establishment of the wildlife
stock that used to roam this beautiful landscape. The
Lusenga Trust thus formed.
The objectives of the Trust are:-
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To promote the conservation
of wildlife.
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To oversee of restocking
program for animals depleted or extinct in the park.
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To facilitate the formation
of community Resource boards and Game Management Areas.
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To mobilize Resources to
support the community scouts to oversee the security of the
Park.
Chita Lodge as a strategic partner has provided seed money
and established a fire room lodge in Kawambwa District at a
cost of K160,000,000 (Kwacha One Hundred Sixty Million)
which hosts the offices for the Trust. The proceeds from
this lodge are directed to pay for the sustenance of the
Community Resource Board to oversee the security of the
park.
Please help us support this noble cause. To donate any money
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