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2. Resources The necessary resources that already exist and are available or could contribute positively towards the project were listed, and the possibility was raised of accessing other resources that have not, until now, been considered resources for the project. The resources that are currently available to achieve the project include: Funding • There is R310,000 funding from the British Council for constructing the tourism development. • There is R30.000 funding from COSPE (an European Union block grant) for community capacity-building. Unique Tourism Experience The views, setting and potential tourism activities available, (including culturally and ecologically oriented activities) could provide a unique tourist package. The Lubombo Conservancy The possibilities of co-operative management, planning and marketing coula be explored. Human Resources • Local skills and expertise in conservation, tourism and community development are available and should be used. • There is the possibility of employing members of the Shewula Community for the construction and operational phases of the project. • Institutions exist which could provide support for the project, especially in the longterm. For example, UNISWA could conduct research and monitor the progress of conservation management and tourism development practices \r. the Shewula Reserve. Existing markets • Transit • Eco-cultural tourism Building materials • In Shewula - stones, fewer costs, attractive. • From Mozambique - wood, reeds, relatively cheap, low transport costs. Local companies The local sugar companies are able to provide expertise and training for capacity building, infrastructure and equipment / machinery iv
3. Requirements The resources that are still required to make the project viable were described, and possible means of making them available were discussed. In order to enhance the feasibility of the project, the following aspects need more attention: Optimal site • Capitalise on the assets that Shewula has to offer (such assets include magnificent views, the river, unique cultural assets, wilderness). • The location should cater for / appeal to the target market. • Access should be a consideration. • The relationship between tourists and the community should be effectively managed. Optimal design • Avoid or mitigate negative visual / environmental impacts. • Functionality and comfort are important. • Must be attractive to tourists. • Must be acceptable to the community. • Must be cost-effective. • Should aim to realise the concept of traditional Swazi accommodation. Optimal operation • Ensure financial feasibility. • Ensure tourism satisfaction. • Ensure benefits to the community. • Avoid or minimise negative environmental impacts. • Ensure good relations, especially between the private operator & community, and between tourists & community. Marketing • Required for the region, the Lubombo Conservancy and the Shewula area. • Identify and formulate the tourism product to attract tourists. Optimal tourist experience • Can be achieved through ensuring: - Variety - Options - Efficiency - Meeting expectations • Will require: - Planning - Co-operation - Communication v
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A Feasibility Study of the Proposed
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The authors would
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2.3. Biophysical Context ..........
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6.1.4. Conclusions ................
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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS
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Executive Summary INTRODUCTION The
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Executive Summary The findings of t
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Executive Summary Positive aspects:
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Executive Summary • Tourism input
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Chapter 1 - Introduction Objective
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inevitably lost. In some instances,
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the translation that occurred durin
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Although the reserve is relatively
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parks and reserves. As SNTC oversee
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c) Re-establishment of game The bel
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