The 9th People and Parks conference Day 2
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Day 2 of People and Parks is ongoing today.
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The conference draws attention to how communities can play a greater role not only in protected areas in South Africa, but also in a growing wildlife economy.
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Robust discussions are currently taking place in the 3 commissions at the
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Minister Barbara Creecy and the World Bank Vice President for Eastern and Southern Region, Dr Hafez Ghanem concludes a bilateral meeting at Environment House in Pretoria. Minister Barbara Creecy and the World Bank Vice President for Eastern and Southern Region, Dr Hafez Ghanem concludes a bilateral meeting at Environment House in Pretoria.