The Batwa people ofUganda, who have coexisted with mountain gorillas for generations, are currently facing significant challenges for their survival. Historically, they were hunter-gatherers; however, in 1991, they were forcibly evicted from their ancestral land to create national parks. Therefore, charities are advocating for community-based tourism initiatives to ensure that the Batwa can benefit from the influx of tourists visiting to track gorillas. For further insights, seeThe Guardian.
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