Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority (NCAA) Commissioner, Abdul-Razaq Badru, has stressed that protecting and managing natural resources is central to tourism growth and community development in the region.
Speaking to NCAA staff at the authority’s headquarters in Karatu, Arusha, on November 7, 2025, Commissioner Badru said effective management of wildlife, forests, and cultural heritage is essential to maintaining Ngorongoro’s status as a premium safari destination.
He urged staff to serve visitors with discipline, integrity, and hospitality to safeguard the Ngorongoro brand.
“The primary responsibility of every Ngorongoro staff member is conservation. Protecting and managing our natural resources is a matter of survival. I urge all of you to be guardians of these resources,” he said.
Deputy Commissioner for Conservation, Tourism, and Community Development, Joas Makwati, reported a steady rise in tourist numbers, with over 350,000 visitors recorded in the first quarter ending September 2025.
He said the increase reflects Ngorongoro’s growing reputation as a top international tourism destination.
Meanwhile, Deputy Commissioner for Corporate Services, Aidan Makalla, encouraged staff to actively contribute ideas and feedback to improve NCAA services, ensuring they remain sustainable and of high quality.
Ngorongoro continues to be a leading example of balancing conservation, tourism, and community interests, highlighting Tanzania’s rich wildlife, unique landscapes, and cultural heritage.