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In the DRC, Virunga National Park marks 100 years of conservation and struggle
Virunga National Park faces illegal exploitation and attacks by armed groups.
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SA Ramps Up Conservation Efforts as African Penguins Face Extinction
The African penguin (Spheniscus demersus), fondly nicknamed the “jackass penguin” due to its donkey-like bray, is found only ...
War-hit Congo park turns to chocolate gorillas in conservation push
Threatened by armed conflict, volcanic activity and rampant deforestation, Africa's oldest national park is turning to a new ...
Vultures are among the least loved animals. African conservationists seek to change that
A recent report estimated that vultures are worth $1.8 billion a year to certain ecosystems in southern Africa. Here's why.
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Validating the Implementation Plan: Gender Strategy for Aquatic Biodiversity
Date: Tuesday, 29th April 2025 Time: 12:00–15:30 EAT Format: Virtual/Online ...
Meet the Welsh puppies that are stopping wildlife poachers in Africa
Welsh non-profit Dogs4Wildlife trains dogs to support anti-poaching units in their efforts to protect endangered wildlife ...
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How insurance could reshape conservation economics in Africa
The recent launch of the Africa Insurance Risk Pool for Nature came at an opportune moment, poised strategically at the intersection of conservation success and socioeconomic necessity.
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South Africa steps up to save the African penguin
As the world marks World Penguin Day, South Africa has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting one of its most iconic yet critically endangered species -- the African penguin.