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With more than $1.7 Million in Advance Sales, Disneynature Already Set to Save More Than 9,500 Acres-- and Still Counting

BURBANK, California, April 11, 2011 -- "African Cats" is still more than two weeks from opening on Earth Day, but moviegoers have already bought $1.7 million in tickets to see the movie during its opening week (April 22-28) and save the African savanna in the process. Thanks to the "See 'African Cats,' Save the Savanna" initiative, Disneynature's pledge to make a contribution in honor of everyone who sees the film opening week already translates to more than 9,500 acres of land within Kenya's Amboseli Wildlife Corridor--and that number continues to rise.

On August 26, 2020, African Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) Biodiversity Alliance (ACBA) organized a webinar on the economic effects of COVID-19 in Africa.

NAIROBI, KENYA /// News Advisory /// As the world continues to grapple with the new reality that COVID-19 has brought thus far, the categorization of the virus as a zoonotic disease must not be ignored.

CHICAGO -- Conservation of Africa's famed wild landscapes will expand with innovative strategies funded by a generous $10 million donation by Oak Brook, Illinois, resident Connie Keller, chair of the board of trustees for The Nature Conservancy in Illinois, and her husband, Dennis Keller, chair o

A record 1,152 rhinos in South Africa could become victims of the illegal wildlife trade by the end of the year, according to the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF).

A record 1,215 rhinos were poached in South Africa in 2014, according to figures recently released by the country’s Department of Environmental Affairs. The 2014 figure represents a 21 percent increase in poaching from the previous year, when 1,004 rhinos were killed.

An African safari is an adventure everyone should experience at least once. In order for that to be a possibility for future generations, it’s important for all guests to practice sustainable tourism. Since 1981, AWF partner Thomson Safaris has been a leader in sustainable tourism in Tanzania, with custom-designed camps and eco-friendly amenities that leave little impact on the surrounding land and wildlife.

During this holiday season, give (and get!) gifts that make a difference. Treat your loved ones to these gifts that also give back to Africa’s wildlife — or put these items on your own wishlist.

VIRUNGA HEARTLAND--The African Wildlife Foundation joins Rwanda in celebrating the 14 baby gorillas named at Kwita Izina, Rwanda's annual festival held in honor of the country's highly endangered mountain gorilla population.

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Because we love our supporters, and we know our supporters love Africa's unique wildlife, we wanted to give you a special treat this Valentine's Day.