Bad practices and the loss of traditional fishing methods in the rivers of Nchwera and Ntungwa have contributed towards the loss of fish and sustainable income to the fishermen. 

Banyabutumbi Cultural Heritage Organisation’s project proposes to encourage the conservation of traditional fish species that are found in rivers of Nchwera and Ntungwa, as well as conservation of this river itself. Actions such as the promotion of traditional fishing baskets will challenge the practice of using poison as a fishing method and help conserve fish and other aquatic animals. Community members will also be mobilised to build trenches and river bunks to stop further flooding. Finally, the community will be educated on which habits are contributing to the degradation of the river and encouraged to formulate by-laws which will guide community usage of river Nchwera going forward. It is hoped that these actions will help to halt further damaging practices and encourage sustainability.