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Maji Moto Eco-tourism project 2003-. In cooperation Linnaseutu ry (Hämeenlinna Area Association for Rural Development) & Farming Systems Kenya NGO. Koibatek district, Kenya. ASAL (arid and semi-arid area) Tugen people (sub group of Kalenjin) 70 % living under poverty line
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MajiMotoEco-tourismproject2003- In cooperation Linnaseutu ry (Hämeenlinna Area Association for Rural Development) & Farming Systems Kenya NGO
Koibatek district, Kenya • ASAL (arid and semi-arid area) • Tugen people (sub group of Kalenjin) • 70 % living under poverty line >>> income generation, rural development
Project structure Localpartner NETBON CBO (CommunityBasedOrganisation) Representing SGHs (self-help-groups) (eco-village, dancetroupe, curio, naturetrails….) Understanding the consept: ECO VILLAGE
Accommodation • 3 cottages with 3 beds each, camping possibility
Traditions and curioTradionalTugenvillagewithactivities and curiosellinglocalproducts
Conference facilities Tourists and locals: quiet retreat centre with local food Toilets Outdoor washroom Covered dining area
ChallangesBeatifullocation is noteverything… • Dependancy on aid (the former president arap Moi was a Tugen) • Cooperation • Remote location >> access • Marketing