Historical background

Community Based Conservation Training Centre (CBCTC) - Likuyu Sekamaganga is among training Institutions managed by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism under Wildlife Division. It was established in July 1995 as a result of joint effort of the United Republic of Tanzania (Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism) in collaboration with The Federal Republic of Germany (under Gtz). The Centre is registered by the National Council for Technical Education (NACTE) with registration number REG/SAT/46.

Aim of its Establishment

To implement the National Wildlife Policy which emphasizes Community participation in Conservation and sustainable utilization of Natural resources for poverty alleviation and sustainable development.

Centre’s Role

1. To build capacity of local community by offering training on Community Based Natural Resources Management (CBNRM) and Tour guiding .
2. To provide consultancy service to community (WMA’s) on Natural resources management.
3. To collaborate with different Stakeholders to ensure that Natural and cultural resources are protected and conserved accordingly.

Mission and Vision

Vision

To be a Centre of Excellency in providing quality training in Community Based Natural Resources Management (CBNRM) in Africa.

Mission

To enable Communities to participate fully in conservation and utilization of Natural Resources for sustainable development by offering appropriate training, research, consultancy and public services.