Interview with the Co-Founder of Batoka Africa in Zimbabwe - AFAR
"A refurbished, 10‑tent luxury riverbank lodge that emphasizes sustainable, high‑end safari experiences: private plunge pools for each tent, riverside meals, early‑morning game drives with options like bush meditation, and plans to add a multigenerational family suite (private pool, dedicated chef, vehicle, and guide). Reopened in 2023 after a major overhaul, the property is part of a luxury sustainable portfolio and operates plastic‑free and entirely on solar power. The lodge is also integrated into a wider social‑impact model that prioritizes local employment (roughly 40% female staff), skills training, and community development through guest‑facing initiatives and funds that support healthcare, education, and infrastructure." - Mazuba Kapambwe
