Splash into Rivers: A Fun Day Learning about River Life
Our club, the Buhafishers Club, will host a Fish Hour event at uMzimkhulu, dedicated to educating kids about the importance of rivers and migratory fish in their community. This interactive event aims to engage youth in learning activities, highlighting the significance of river ecosystems and the conservation efforts needed to protect them. Through hands-on activities and educational sessions, kids will gain a deeper understanding of the vital role rivers play in our environment. Join us for a fun-filled day of learning and exploration! For more information, please contact us at Buhafishersclub@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram @Buhafishersclub.
Additional Details
Name of contact person - Ntando Makhathini
Country - South Africa
Organizer
The Buhafishers Club is a vibrant community of young researchers passionate about leveraging fishing as a tool for education and empowerment in disadvantaged communities. Our mission is to educate and inspire others about the importance of our rivers and aquatic ecosystems. Through engaging fishing activities and educational programs, we aim to instill a deeper understanding of environmental conservation and sustainability. Our slogan, “A starting point to a sustainable future through fishing,” encapsulates our commitment to using fishing as a catalyst for positive change and building a brighter future for all. Join us as we cast our lines and embark on a journey of learning, conservation, and community empowerment
Venue
UMzimkhulu Municipality is a local municipality in KwaZulu-Natal. It is one four (4) local municipalities (i.e. UBuhlebezwe, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma and Greater Kokstad) of the Harry Gwala District Municipality. The district is bordered by Ugu District in the East, UMgungundlovu District in the North, Lesotho in the West and the province of the Eastern Cape in the South. The municipality consists of 22 wards covering an area of 2,435.9 km². Approximately 90.8% of the population resides in rural areas, while the remaining 9.2% is urban based. The population density stands at 80.9 persons/km². The nodal areas include UMzimkhulu Town, Riverside, Ibisi and Rietvlei. The municipality is also characterised by the presence of Traditional Authorities that cover the rural areas. The municipality is the most populous within Harry Gwala District Municipality, accounting for 38.6% of the district’s population, with a population of 197 286. The male to female gender split stands at 45.9% and 54.1% respectively. UMzimkhulu municipality has within it numerous places of Environmental, Cultural and Heritage significance such as ENtsikeni Nature Reserve that is dominated by wetlands, grasslands and indigenous forests that form important breeding sites for bird species, thus creating a unique birding route within the district; Fodo Cultural Village; as well as Numerous heritage sites and artefacts such as the Lourdes and Emmaus Missions and Khoi-San rock art.
