Text/photo por Samo Jossefa
Salazar Jemusse Fucumbo, a man committed to nature conservation and his community, has an inspiring story to share. Before becoming a ranger at Gorongosa National Park, Salazar was a poacher who engaged in illegal hunting to provide for his family and ensure his children’s education.
His life took a turn when Gorongosa National Park had a positive impact on him, offering a job opportunity as a ranger and changing his life’s trajectory. Over his 10 years of work at the park, Salazar has witnessed the region’s transformation, including an increase in animal populations and the construction of crucial infrastructure like schools and hospitals for the local community’s well-being.
Beyond his duties as a ranger, Salazar is known for promoting community involvement and environmental conservation awareness. His personal journey has inspired friends to join the ranger team, contributing to reduced poaching and enhanced protection of nature within the Gorongosa National Park’s sustainable development zone.
Salazar’s story serves as an inspiring example of personal transformation, highlighting the importance of commitment to community well-being and Beyond his duties as a ranger, Salazar is known for promoting community involvement and environmental conservation awareness. His personal journey has inspired friends to join the ranger team, contributing to reduced poaching and enhanced protection of nature within the Gorongosa National Park’s sustainable development zone