Guyana Tribe Goes Hi-Tech

B2 – Upper Intermediate

Perhaps never in our wildest imagination would we associate the jungle with cutting-edge technology. The Wai-wais, members of the smallest tribe in South America, are defying technology barriers in order to continue being the stewards of the rainforests in this nation.

Read the article on how members of the Guyana tribe are being trained to use technology while being stewards of their environment.

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-39282922

Discussion Questions:

1. Why is it necessary for the Wai-wais to learn the use of technology?
2. What do you think of this drastic change? How would this impact their old way of life?
3. Are there any tribes/indigenous groups in your country? Share what you know about them.

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