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By The Respondent Reporter
ARUSHA: The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of
Natural Resources and Tourism, Nkoba Mabula, has directed the Ngorongoro
Conservation Area (NCAA) to develop new products to
attract more tourists.
Mabula suggested that these products, which will be promoted
at various international platforms, should be well researched and developed to
meet international standards.
He issued the directive on Thursday during his visit to
inspect NCAA’s infrastructure, including the main road from Loduare gate to
Nabi, Empakani stream, Ngorongoro Crater, and campsites.
“President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan has already shown the way
through the Royal Tour film, and the number of tourists is increasing. Let us
continue to develop more tourist attractions to reach a target of five million
tourists,” said Mabula.
In another development Mr. Mabula highlighted new tourism
products which are expected to be launched in the country, including bicycle
tourism in Olduvai, canoeing in Empakani, night game drives, and zipline
tourism.
The Deputy Commissioner of NCAA (Conservation, Tourism, and
Community Development), Victoria Shayo, stated that NCAA is improving tourism
services and promoting tourism on various platforms both locally and
internationally in collaboration with tourism stakeholders.
Commissioner for Tourism Services at NCAA, Ms. Mariam
Kobelo, mentioned that the authority is improving infrastructure, providing
training for staff, and creating a favorable environment for visitors.