Tafi
Monkey Sanctuary (a sacred grove) is a traditional conservation area backed
by statutory enforcement in co-operation with local communities. It is located in the
Volta Region of Ghana. Tafi Atome is the home of Mona and Patas monkeys.
These monkeys are found in a remnant patch of forests, which has survived
fire and human disturbance around the village. These monkeys are regarded as
gods and as such the natives do not kill them. They are protected by
tradition.
Similar sacred groves
and burial grounds protected by local people are widespread in the region.
These can further be developed for small-scale tourism in the local
communities to enhance rural development.
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