Namibia's Journey to Conservation Success

The video discusses the speaker's journey from a traditional upbringing in Namibia to becoming a conservationist. It highlights the challenges faced during apartheid and the subsequent efforts to involve communities in wildlife conservation. The success of these efforts is evident in the increased wildlife populations and the establishment of conservancies. The speaker emphasizes the importance of community involvement and the potential for Namibia's model to be applied globally.

What is the population of Namibia as mentioned in the video?

• 2.1 million

• 3.5 million

• 4.2 million

• 1.5 million

What advice did the speaker's father give about encountering a lion?

• Stand your ground and look it in the eye

• Make loud noises to scare it away

• Climb a tree

• Run away as fast as possible

During the apartheid regime, what were black Namibians labeled as when they hunted?

• Conservationists

• Hunters

• Rangers

• Poachers

What was the speaker's father's role in the community conservation efforts?

• He was a government official

• He was a poacher turned conservationist

• He was a wildlife photographer

• He was a tourist guide

What innovative method was used to translocate rhinos in Namibia?

• By train

• On foot with guides

• Using helicopters

• Using drones

What is one of the key elements that helped build the foundation for conservation in Namibia?

• Honoring tradition and being open to new ideas

• Ignoring traditional practices

• Relying only on government support

• Focusing solely on tourism

What is the significance of the sacred fire in HBA villages?

• It is used for cooking

• It is a place for community gatherings

• It is a tourist attraction

• It is where ancestors' spirits guide the community

What is the role of conservancies in Namibia?

• To promote tourism

• To build infrastructure

• To manage and protect wildlife

• To educate children

How many conservancies are there in Namibia as mentioned in the video?

• 45

• 60

• 75

• 30

What was the economic impact of conservancies in Namibia in 2008?

• $6.3 million

• $3.5 million

• $4.2 million

• $5.7 million