Chinese Ambassador to Botswana Zheng Zhuqiang on Wednesday handed over equipment and uniforms to Botswana's wildlife authority to support the latter's efforts on wildlife protection.

The donated equipment at the value of 1.7 million U.S. dollars were sponsored by the Chinese government for wildlife protection.

"China plays a major role in conserving wildlife and fighting illegal poaching of animals and has pledged to enhance international cooperation and exchanges in the area of wildlife protection," said Zheng, adding that more efforts should be made in supporting African countries including Botswana.

"Working with China will help us attain our results, because they understand the position and challenges we are facing," said Minister of Wildlife, Environment and Tourism Tshekedi Khama.

Khama said the donation came at the right time as the ministry of wildlife has challenges regarding financial capacity to be able to perform their duties as they would like to.

The donated equipment will help the ministry in preparing operations that officers are expected to undertake.

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