Livestock and humans struggle for water as climate change takes its toll
Tawanda Muzamwese
Climate change is one of the leading challenges of the 21st century. It threatens the ability of humanity to develop. Scientists agree that the rate at which climate change is happening threatens livelihoods and survival of humanity. Due to the threat of climate change, there is another challenge associated to how livestock and other animals can also access resources. Water scarcity in dry parts of Zimbabwe is resulting in humans having to compete for water resources with livestock. Due to the fact that human beings also need the livestock as food, assets, vitality and social pride; it is inevitable that strategies are devised of ensuring that livestock also accesses water. In some community boreholes, it is common to see livestock looking for water at community boreholes. Incessant droughts also threaten to worsen this problem if they persist. It is high time that we develop strategies to conserve and harness water resources for both humans and other organisms. Priority for water access is always given to human beings in the world over. As climate change persists, livestock and other animals will continue to come closer to water bodies where humans reside to seek the precious liquid.
Tawanda Collins Muzamwese is the Editor in Chief of the Green Business Gazette Magazine. He is is an international consultant in sustainable business development with massive experience in training, consulting and auditing. He has facilitated capacity development in more than 100 enterprises drawn from over 30 countries. He is the founder of the sustainability think-tank called Toxiconsol Consultancy t/a African Sustainability Consultants. He is the Editor in Chief of the Green Business Gazette Magazine. He is a consultant and business coach with over 13 years experience. Tawanda is a Management Systems Consultant working on promoting development and implementation of ISO Standards (ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018) in both developed and developing countries. With his inspirational and pragmatic writing style he has written cutting edge books including:
1) How to grow a Side-hustle into a viable business - Overcome Salary Dependency
2) The Leading Consultant: How become an authority in your professional field
3) Step-by-Step Guide to implementing Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Management Systems
4) Stepping on Higher Perspectives: Greatness Tips Motivational Series
5) Sustainability Guidebook for Boards and CEOs: Leading from the front
Tawanda writes about sustainability, motivation, safety, health, environment and quality management. His books are relevant to both developed and developing countries. With practical approaches and case studies, he provides incisive insights into entrepreneurship.
His philosophy is based on the premise that every human being has potential to make a significant difference in their lifetime. He writes books on taking personal responsibility for progression in life. He motivates entrepreneurs to implement income generating projects and determine their own financial destiny. He also motivates companies to take up sustainability initiatives.
A start-up coach, public speaker, environmentalist, safety, health and quality management expert, Muzamwese bridges the gap between theory and practice through building capacity and sharing practical case studies in his books.
