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With the world currently experiencing many of its effects, it is a critical time for drawing attention to the threats of climate change. In Africa, prolonged droughts have been felt across the continent. Between 2007 and 2009, severe droughts in…

Conservation leaders from more than 25 African countries have gathered in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, for the second Africa Protected Areas Directors (APAD) conference.The Conference hosted by the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management (Zimparks) and…

At the start of the inaugural Africa Protected Areas Congress in Kigali, Rwanda, I addressed over 2,000 delegates about what we stand to gain if Africa comes together and revalues its natural capital, ecosystems, and biodiversity. By the close of…

With the 23rd Conference of the Parties (COP23) underway in Bonn, German, world leaders, and conservation stakeholders are seeking to negotiate and outline how to implement the Paris Agreement. The agreement now signed by all countries—after Syria…

Africa's new "super park", the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park is Africa's largest transfrontier conservation area. It covers 35,000 square kilometers (13,500 square miles) and extends into three countries; Mozambique, South Africa and Zimbabwe…

In a joint celebration of International Day for Biological Diversity and Africa Day 2022, African Wildlife Foundation salutes young conservationists taking charge of biodiversity protection in their communities and countries — whether by raising…

Africa’s youth, comprising approximately 70% of the continent’s population, are projected to make up 42% of the global youth population by 2030, according to the World Economic Forum. Despite this demographic surge, African leadership remains…

Africa is a continent of rich biodiversity and abundant natural resources, forming the basis of its success and offering numerous opportunities for sustainable development. As we commemorate Africa Day 2023, the theme urges the media to seize the…

On Africa Day, we reflect on our continent's rich heritage and the extraordinary potential that lies ahead. This day is a celebration of our past achievements and a call to action to ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for all Africans.&nbsp…

strong { font-size: 1em; } Nairobi, Kenya, 22 May 2024 — In the lead-up to the International Day of Biological Diversity, the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF), the African Chapter of the Global Youth Biodiversity Network (GYBN Africa) and the…

Total of 668 poached in South Africa in 2012, exceeding 448 poachings in 2011 NAIROBI, Kenya, January 11, 2013 -- An unprecedented number of rhinos--668 in total--were poached in 2012 in South Africa, according to final numbers…

On September 7, two Africa Climate Week panels underscored the role Protected and Conserved areas (PCAs) play in global goals to meet the climate crisis. However, biodiversity conservation and climate adaptation and mitigation will only be achieved…

Raymond Sango is a brave man who spends most of his time watering the land of Bili-Uere by the sweat of his brow. Since the age of 25, his main income-generating activity is agriculture. He grows cassava, bananas rice, soybeans, and peanuts, in a…

How can we cut through the jargon and uncertainty regarding climate and biodiversity finance, and how can we appreciate the value of real ownership of nature and wealth on the ground? A panel discussion during Africa Climate Week cut to the core of…