Wildlife and Tourism in Eastern Africa

Syllabus tag: Kenya CBC | Grade 6 Social Studies | Strand 3.0 Resources and Economic Activities in Eastern Africa | Sub-Strand 3.3 Wildlife and Tourism in Eastern Africa (5 Lessons)

Lesson objectives

By the end of this topic, you will be able to:

• Explain factors that promote tourism in Eastern Africa
• Locate game reserves and national parks in Eastern Africa on a map
• Explain challenges facing tourism in Eastern Africa
• State possible solutions to challenges facing tourism
• Value tourism as an economic activity

Summary

Wildlife tourism is one of Eastern Africa's most significant economic activities, built around game reserves and national parks. This topic covers what draws tourists to the region, the challenges the industry faces, and its wider economic role.