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1
Q

Why we’re the Masai driven off their land?

A

They were driven off their land in 1970’s to make May for traditional animals and tourists.

2
Q

Initially did the Masai gain from tourism?

A

No, therefore they had no interest in protecting the wildlife in the park.

3
Q

What was set up in 1996 and what was is aim?

A

A wildlife conservation area with the aim of protecting both the environment and the local people.

4
Q

What were the 7 aims of the wildlife conservation area?

A

Lease small areas to ecotourism companies.
Only allowed to build 1 hotel.
One storey buildings
Building has to bless in with natural environment .
Use local materials to build hotels.
Employ local people
Buy local food.

5
Q

What was set up in 1997, what did it consists of and who owns it?

A

Klmama wildlife refuge.

Three rented camps were set up and were owned by Kenyans.

6
Q

How did the Masai benefit economically from the camps and lodges?

A

They are paid rent for the use of their land- £1000 a year.
Oracle orok pays £70 a month to Rach Masai landowner.
Money for tourist guides.

7
Q

How do the Masai benefit socially from ecotourism ?

A

More children are being sent to school.

Better health care.

8
Q

How does ecotourism benefit the environment in the Klmana wildlife regugee?

A

Masai are not grazing the land.

Not chopping the trees down.

9
Q

Why does some Masai people not see the benefits of ecotourism?

A

As it does not follow their traditional ways.

10
Q

What are the negative effects of ecotourism on the Masia?

A

Some Masai have turned to alcohol.

Most adults cannot read or write which means they are vulnerable to cheating tour operators with contracts and leases.