Some of the African beeraces are very aggressive. In the Gambia You
must harvest honey during the night so that the bees do not attack the people in the area.
The honeycombs from the Top Bar Hive.
Photo: Ole Hertz
Honey are sold liquid in Africa, using many different containers.
Beeswax is a valuable product. You can make candles and ornaments from
Beeswax.
The beekeepers are advised to form beekeepers associations to
facilitate marketing of honey.
The Beekeepers Associations train their members.
Income from sale of honey and beeswax has helped to pay schools for the
children