Materials for Learning

1. Project Overview

• Zimbabwe in the Wild is a documentary by Nigel Lozane and Bhundu Creatives.

• It explores tourism, conservation, and communities, showing how they are connected.

• The goal is to promote Zimbabwe globally, support wildlife protection, and uplift local communities through storytelling.

2. Themes to Learn About

a. Tourism in Zimbabwe

• Zimbabwe is home to world-class destinations: Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Mana Pools, Matobo Hills, Gonarezhou.

• Safari tourism is a key economic driver.

• Resources:

  • Zimbabwe Tourism Authority

  • UNESCO – Victoria Falls

b. Wildlife Conservation

• Focus species: elephants, rhinos, lions, painted dogs, and endangered birds.

• Conservation challenges: poaching, human–wildlife conflict, climate change.

• Key organizations:

  • ZimParks (Zimbabwe Parks & Wildlife Management Authority)

  • Painted Dog Conservation

  • African Wildlife Foundation – Zimbabwe

c. Communities & Children

• Rural communities often live beside wildlife areas.

• Tourism and conservation bring jobs, schools, and healthcare.

• Children represent the next generation of conservation leaders.

• Resources:

  • Iganyana Children’s Trust

  • Conservation & Community Trusts in Zimbabwe

3. Multimedia Learning

• 🎥 Sample Documentaries to Watch (contextual inspiration):

  • Our Planet (Netflix) — global conservation storytelling.

  • Wild Dogs: Running with the Pack (BBC Earth) — filmed in Zimbabwe’s Hwange.

  • Savage Kingdom (National Geographic) — Botswana/Zimbabwe ecosystems.

• 📸 Photography/Stories:

  • Bhundu Creatives portfolio (Nigel Lozane’s work).

  • NatGeo stories on Hwange & Mana Pools.

4. Activities & Engagement

• Discussion Topics

  1. How can tourism fund conservation?

  2. What role do communities play in protecting wildlife?

  3. How can children be included in conservation education?

• Classroom / Workshop Activity

  • Create a poster: “Zimbabwe in the Wild – Why Protect It?”

  • Debate: “Tourism vs. Conservation – Can they work together?”

5. Next Steps to Engage With the Film

• Follow Zimbabwe in the Wild updates (Bhundu Creatives social media).

• Partner through sponsorship (vehicles, fuel, accommodation, funding, materials).

• Plan for screenings and educational talks once the documentary is released.