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Community Leaders Network of Southern Africa (CLN) was born after the inaugural African Wildlife Summit which was held in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe in 2019.  At this summit, community leaders noted the need to have one voice when dealing with community rights on natural resources in Southern Africa.

COMMUNITY LEADERS NETWORK

The Community Leaders Network of Southern Africa

“We are the custodians of our natural resources and the key to its sustainability.  Our voices matter”

  • Intergenerational equity, engagement and commitment
  • Compassion for people and nature
  • Sustainable utilisation and development
  • Open dialogue and cooperation
  • Transparency and accountability to the people we represent and to each other
  • Unity of purpose 

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