Co-Founder
Brief info
Fidelis was born in Rubuguri, Kisoro district. As a child he went hunting in the forest and grew into a poacher when the conservation areas were carved out. Fidelis was one of the 1st community members to appreciate the need of conservation and championed community awareness and was awarded the position of honorary warden with the Uganda Wildlife Authority. Fidelis has built a career around tourism in the Bwindi conservation area. He is a Professionally trained guide, Proprietor of Bwindi Forest lodge, Director Nkuringo Cultural Centre, Director of Itambira Lodge and The Naturalist. Fidelis is a former member of parliament aspirant in his community and believes his involvement in politics should achieve an increased government interest in conservation.