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The neuroscience of Sacred Natural Sites; A collaboration with the Royal Botanic Garden and Beyond Borders Scotland

Posted on: Oct 2, 2013. By: In: News With: No comments
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The 4th Books, Borders and Bikes Festival was held at Scotland’s longest continuously inhabited dwelling, Traquair House on the River Tweed in the Scottish Borders. Organised by Beyond Borders Scotland it is a unique festival of literature and thought that brings together leading writers, politicians, soldiers, lawyers and artists to discuss topics relevant to international […]

Zanzibar’s Sacred Forests – Much Larger than their Size!

Posted on: Feb 16, 2013. By: In: News With: No comments
The Guardian Mzee Ali Khamis Ali explains the history of the Pange Juu sacred forest of Vundwe Island, Zanzibar
In December last year stakeholders gathered to review conservation activities aimed at safeguarding Zanzibar’s many sacred groves known as ‘Misitu ya Jadi’ in Swahili.  One of the main lessons drawn is that although relatively small in size and modest in stature they are extremely important for culture, history, archeology, geology, nature conservation and environmental services.  […]