When I was growing up with my 6 brothers and 3 sisters, I loved playing games, especially soccer. We grew up on the island of Idjwi in Lake Kivu and we were always in contact with nature. There was a small forest close to our house, with wildflowers, birds, and parrots. The parrots used to perch in our trees because of its tasty fruits. Although we loved playing games such as hide-and-go-seek in the forest, it was dangerous because of all the venomous snakes. Working with wildlife was my childhood dream, so after my studies, I got a job at Virunga National Park, the oldest park in Africa -- and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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