ARUSHA, Jan. 12 -- THE government is intensifying efforts to control dangerous and destructive wildlife through increased use of technology, expansion of ranger posts, provision of modern equipment and continued strengthening of security in conservation areas.

Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism, Dr Ashatu Kijaji made the remarks in Arusha, while inaugurating the Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA) new Board of Directors.

She directed the new board to ensure that the authority carries out its responsibilities in line with the targets and objectives of the National Development Vision 2050 and to ensure that the goal of increasing tourist arrivals to eight million by 2030 is achieved.

“The ministry is committed to ...