Malawi-Lake Malawi, one of Africa's Great Lakes, is facing a major challenge of overfishing that is threatening the existence of Mbuna fish (cichlids), a key species in the lake's ecosystem, writes Brenda Chunga.
The reporters need to dig deeper on this one: "The Mbuna (Cichlids) Fish Conservation Project plans to extend its efforts for two more years, educating surrounding communities and fighting encroachment in National Parks and Lake Malawi."
The reporters need to dig deeper on this one: "The Mbuna (Cichlids) Fish Conservation Project plans to extend its efforts for two more years, educating surrounding communities and fighting encroachment in National Parks and Lake Malawi."
The encroachment is by our own government (elected and hired officials). Our tax dollars and donations destroying planet which will destroy people. Read more here about the destruction going on in LMNP: https://www.change.org/p/government-of-malawi-department-of-national-parks-waterboard-a-world-heritage-site-on-lake-malawi-is-under-threat-and-needs-your-support-now
Access information on Multilateral Environmental Agreements in Malawi:
https://www.informea.org/en/countries/mw
Map and Sites list:
2 WHC: Chongoni & LMNP
2 Ramsar: Elephant Marsh, Lake Chilwa
Information on the site:
22 Party Status
10 Action Plans
23 National Reports
299 National Legislation
3 Court Decisions
7 Documents and Files
19 Contacts HUB