RUVUMA, July 7 -- AS part of our ongoing series highlighting the tourist attractions of Ruvuma Region, Daily News turns the spotlight today on Ruhila Wildlife Garden (Ruhila Zoo), located under the jurisdiction of the Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA), in the Southeastern Zone.

This hidden treasure is just eight kilometres from the Ruvuma Regional Commissioners Office, in the heart of Songea Municipality. Ruhila Zoo has a rich history.

Initially established in 1973 under regional authorities, it was later transferred to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism under the Wildlife Division in 1990.

In 2006, it came under the Tanzania Wildlife Protection Fund (TWPF) and finally, in 2017, TAWA took over full responsibility...