VOICED: Czech gorilla-mania helps animals in Cameroon

The Prague Zoo has launched a conservation initiative to protect gorillas by collecting unwanted mobile phones for recycling. The funds raised support eco guards in Cameroon who protect gorillas from poachers. Local schools are involved in the collection effort, raising awareness about the environmental impact of mining for phone materials. The project aims to promote recycling and conservation awareness.

What is the primary method used by Prague Zoo to raise funds for gorilla conservation?

• Collecting unwanted mobile phones for recycling

• Selling gorilla-themed merchandise

• Organizing charity runs

• Hosting gorilla-themed events

How much money does each recycled mobile phone contribute to the gorilla reserve?

• $0.10

• $0.25

• $0.40

• $0.50

Who has been instrumental in increasing the number of phones collected for the project?

• Zoo staff

• Tourists visiting the zoo

• Children from local primary schools

• Local businesses

What is one of the project's goals related to the mining industry?

• To increase mining efficiency

• To develop new mining technologies

• To restrict the mining of metals used in mobile phones

• To promote mining in central Africa

What is the future plan for the project after it winds up in August?

• To plan a second collection with other Czech zoos

• To focus solely on educational programs

• To expand the project to other countries

• To end the project permanently