The project aims to improve the management efficiency of Natural Monuments of the East (MNE) of Burundi through the strengthening of the physical integrity of these sites, the promotion of community ecotourism, governance and equity.

The main key activities of the project are:

• Develop a Development and Management Plan (PAG) with a clearly defined vision, mission and objectives for MNEs;
• Update the maps of the MNE of Burundi (Karera Falls and Nyakazu Faults)
• Demarcate the boundaries of Karera Falls and Nyakazu Faults by cadastral demarcation and the planting of alignment trees;
• Strengthen surveillance by providing means of travel (motorcycles, bicycles) and other equipment for eco-guards;
• Equip site managers with GPS, computer, printer;
• Secure unloadable trash cans in sites frequented by several visitors
• Supply water and electricity to two reception stations;
• Build a community hall for the exhibition of local products (fruit) and arts;
• Build resting places with shelters from the sun and rain;
• Train groups of artisans in other trades: screen printing, painting, manufacturing bamboo products;
• Train women on the techniques of preparing tea, Burundian coffee and cakes with local products;
• Equip groups with basic equipment for crafts and the valorization of local products;
• Operationalize the multi-actor management committee through training and information and decision-making meetings

• The involvement of local communities that are sufficiently trained and equipped is an essential experience and good practice in the management of protected areas. The approach to involving communities, which ranges from identifying groups to defining their roles, through capacity building to their effective involvement in the development of the protected area, will be documented to serve as a guide for OBPE during all its interventions in protected areas.