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Lions are among the most intrinsic features of the African landscape. But the King of Beasts needs our help, even in its few remaining strongholds. The entire lion population across Africa is thought to be about 23,000, down from…

The African continent is home to some of the world’s most amazing wildlife and natural wonders. Yet rural communities see little value in their wildlife neighbors, as growth in human population and changing climatic conditions place increasing…

Absorbing 1.5 percent of the world's total annual carbon emissions, the forests of the Democratic Republic of Congo — one of the six countries that make up the Congo Basin — are a vital lifeline for indigenous and local populations, as well as a…

Just about two weeks ago, John Reed of the Financial Times authored an article ("We can't put a policeman behind every animal", July 31) about the current situation in Zimbabwe. As Mr. Reed articulated, it wasn't long ago that Zimbabwe was regarded…

Roe, D., 2015. Conservation, crime and communities: case studies of efforts to engage local communities in tackling illegal wildlife trade. IIED, London. Fitzgerald, K and Muruthi, M. Chapter: The Greater Kilimanjaro Landscape, Kenya and Tanzania.

In Cameroon’s Campo Ma’an National Park, frequent bushmeat seizures are worrying conservation officials. From 2020 to date, African Wildlife Foundation’s team on the ground has reported a total of 1,392 kg bushmeat from different animal species…

VIRUNGA HEARTLAND, DRC--The International Gorilla Conservation Program (IGCP), the coalition AWF formed with Fauna and Flora International, and the Worldwide Fund for Nature, played an integral role in the recently completed survey of the habituated…

A s part of the Serengeti–Mara ecosystem, the Naboisho area in southern Kenya sees tens of thousands of wildebeest and zebra pass through the landscape each year. But the area began experiencing pressure from uncontrolled development…

Thanks to concerted conservation efforts, Africa's rhinoceros population continues to increase. There are now an estimated 14,770 rhinos in Africa, up from 13,109 rhinos in 1999.In recent decades, rhinos have been poached to the point of near…

When resources are available, advanced technologies such as drone surveillance or other tracking and sensing systems might be the fastest way to nab wildlife offenders. But anti-poaching and anti-trafficking work also relies on low-tech, tried-and…

Nackoney, J, Williams, D.  2012. Conservation prioritization and planning with limited wildlife data in a Congo Basin forest landscape: assessing human threats and vulnerability to land use change. Journal of Conservation Planning. 8: 25-44…

AWF and conservation partners announce a three-year $80 million Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Commitment to Action to stop the slaughter of African elephants Commitment’s Goal: Stop the Killing, Stop the Trafficking, Stop the…

African Wildlife Foundation, in partnership with MASS Design Group, announces new Clinton Global Initiative commitment to build unique educational environments in Africa, featuring beautifully designed schools and the latest technology …

Africa's rich biodiversity provides essential services for people and wildlife and is crucial for its economic development. To unlock its full potential, Africa must build vibrant economies that recognize the value of nature, creating “biodiversity…

Annette Lanjouw knows all about the challenges that conservationists face in areas of armed conflict. Lanjouw directs the International Gorilla Conservation Program (IGCP), which monitors mountain gorillas in the Virunga mountains on the borders of…