Ethiopia: For Ethiopia, Wildlife Protection Makes Economic and Climate Sense

22 July 2014

Addis Ababa — Ethiopia may not be known internationally for its wildlife, unlike neighbouring Kenya, but the government has launched a plan both to protect and promote wildlife areas, while helping tackle climate change at the same time.

From the men's national football team, the "Waliyas" - named after a native gazelle species - to birr notes, stamps and local car brands, wildlife is increasingly seen as an integral part of the country's heritage, and not just a source of tourist income.

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