Conservancy profile

Shamungwa Conservancy

(Name derived from a salty fruit that used to exist in the conservancy core area)

Registered	September 2005
Address	Shamungwa Conservancy, P.O. Box 5034, Rundu
Telephone	081-298 8533
Approximate population	1000
Main home languages	Thimbukushu
Area (square kilometers)	53
Region	Kavango
Geographical features	Kalahari Sandveld landscape with annual rainfall of 500-600 mm.
Unusual or important features	None
Major wildlife resources	Elephant, Springbok
Management	Management of 11 (3 women and 8 men).
Enterprises	Crafts
Support agencies	MET, MAWF, DED, DoF, Ministry of Fisheries, Basin Wide Forum, NNF (lead support NGO)
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