The proposed route in red
It is true that a new highway is going to be built across the Serengeti? And if so, why? The floor is full of questions, debate, and absolute outrage from local, regional, and international conservationists. The Maasai in Pinyinyi are quite keen to see this road pass through; it will help them join the 21st century. Do the Wakuria in Machochwe feel the same way?
So, is this road going to really happen? Well, that depends how important the road is to Tanzanians. But the latest string of rumors is that developing gold mines in the Mara region need the road. To follow this story, check out the NY Times Blog and these links: www.bushdrums.com/news or www.savetheserengeti.org/issues/stop-the-serengeti-highway or follow it on their facebook page here >
