Defending the hidden forest gems of Zambia’s Copperbelt Province

Mongabay
Oct 31, 2024, 4:25 pm78 ptsTrending
MPONGWE, Zambia – The Chimfuneme swamp forest in central Zambia’s Copperbelt province got its name — which means “hiding place” in the local language, Lamba — long ago when strife tore apart rival clans and those living near this impenetrable natural fortress hid inside it to escape invaders. These…

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