Bio-diversity

Mount Moorosi is a historical mountain rich in both natural and cultural heritage, found in the district of Quthing. The natural vegetation is predominantly Cape Aloe which is harvested for production of cosmetics, health drinks and other herbal remedies; and some olive trees. Caves with Bushmen paintings, some ruins and graves and bullet shells from historical wars and also found on the mountain. Other natural resources include water sources, some wild animals and birds. All these make it a tourist attraction site which is enjoyed freely. Despite being under protection like all aloes, Cape Aloe is harvested and sold to companies that process it with very little ploughed back into the community. The project therefore aims to develop the Mokotjomela area through protection of natural resources focusing mainly on cape aloe and other natural resources which may be found in the proposed project area. The project will be implemented under ADAAL s just sealed collaboration with an organization, Khotla Moreneng , the formation of which is a result of the community dialogues. The project seeks to develop the area of Mount Moorosi in the Quthing District through the protection and conservation of its natural resources, especially the biodiversity of the area.

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