Maasai leader learns from locals

Emmanuel learned bee-keeping techniques at Maisemore Apiaries

A Maasai leader from a village in Kenya, has spent two days tasting the life and culture of Gloucestershire and Herefordshire.

Emmanuel Mankura, along with other leaders from around the world, was invited by The Leadership Trust in Ross-on-Wye to share his experiences at their recent Worldly Leadership Summit.

Being a farmer himself Emmanuel made the most of the opportunity to meet local people and learn about western ways of farming.

Over two days he visited bee keeping co-operative - Maisemore Apiaries - in Gloucester, learning how to keep bees and make hives.

It was something Emmanuel said he was particularly interested in as his community are looking at sustainable farming ideas. The effects of climate change have seen their their crops fail this year and their cattle are dying due to the recent droughts.

Emmanuel also visited Gloucester Cathedral to learn more about English History; visiting the tomb of Edward II.

However, he said the most amazing experience for him was a boat trip down the river Wye at Symonds Yat as this was the first time he had ever been in a boat or travelled on water.

The Leadership Trust Foundation is an educational charitable trust, dedicated to the enhancement and development of leadership skills in all sectors of society. More information can be found by visiting their website.