Forests are salient

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Ζimbabwe forest and woodlands are mainly composed of deciduous trees which lose their leaves for at least part of the dry season. Forest and woodland resources play various ecological, cultural, environmental and socio-economical functions. Woodlands are the most extensive vegetation formation in Southern Africa, occupying 75 percent of the region’s total land area. In the Southern African forest, the duration of the leafless conditions depends on temperatures, but principally on the availability of soil moisture. Large blocks of forests and woodlands have great influence on the climate. The act as buffers and regulators over a large part of the land surface. Ecosystems play a crucial role as “sinks” for carbon and the production of oxygen. Tropical forests contain up to 100 times more carbon in their vegetation and soil than croplands. Forests and woodlands form important habitats for a variety of either resident and transient populations of animals which can be used for the benefit of humans in various ways for economic or subsistence benefits. In Zimbabwe just like in other parts of Southern Africa, woodlands, forests and animals can be used commercially to improve the livelihoods of humans. Woodlands and forests provide timber, fruits, and other products. In rain seasons many insects and mushrooms are obtained from the woodlands and forests, and benefit communities by supplementing their food requirements. Many people from different areas across the globe visit national parks, safari areas and botanic reserves to see interesting plants and animals. Ecosystems provide opportunities for non-commercial uses, mainly to do with aesthetics. Protection of soil against erosion, runoff and compaction are considered one of the principle roles of trees. Trees are can also protect soil against wind erosion by retarding the movement of soil particles. Forest and woodlands area in Zimbabwe and in many parts of Southern Africa have undergone great reduction surpassing the world average of 0.2 percent. Land area for agriculture and urban infrastructure development has also increased. Forests are also a source of fuelwood for the majority of rural people in the Southern African region. The continued loss of forests in the region poses a serious challenge to rural household. Such loss impacts also the role of women in trying to meet the needs of their families Journalists should articulate the environmental issues with which ordinary people identify. The indigenous knowledge which exists as regards the role of trees in African culture is also important in trying to find solution to better-managed forests in the region

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Gentlemen etiquette

For you to be the best men that fancy and impress ladies you need to be gentle enough. The most important thing is to behave appropriately and respect in a manner that suits the scene. It is encouraged and important to know how to carry around yourself in terms of mannerism. For those who drink, holy water you can not drink direct from the container or bottle. When coughing please do not forget to cover your mouth and to move away from the crowd. Do not pick up your nose and scratch your groin or your back in the present of the crowd. Always remember to dress up appropriately and there is nothing appealing as a well-dressed man. These days there is colour blocking and clothes with bright colours. Bright colours are for kids and adults should wear dull colours and know what the colour of your cloth could communicate. Men even women should know that the way you dress already sets the tone when people meet you. Even, before they spoke to you, how you dress commands their respect to you. Gentlemen worth the name should know what to wear and when to wear and how to wear. When having a conversation do not forget to uphold turn-taking and listening more than you could open your mouth. Zeno of Citium a Greek philosopher asserts that, ” We have two ears and one mouth, so one should listen attentively rather than hearing more than utterance. Do not just listen, but understand where people are coming from and the idea they are trying to put across. You are free to ask for the person to repeat what they would have said and speak with a coo tone wearing a smile. When one listens attentively when other people are talking, makes it easy to relate to them and learn new things. Good manners are always important and always use words such as “please”, “Sorry”, or “May I”, and do not interrupt when someone is talking. It is said that , “there are rare breed of men who dress well, walk right and always say the right things. Ladies call them gentlemen”. Women love and respect gentle behaviour just like men who love and respect women who are higly composed and good mannered.div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">