African Conservation Foundation

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Linking People & Conservation Together we protect and restore African wildlife and their habitats. Developing Local Capacity for Conservation Since 2001, we have pioneered community-led conservation and local capacity development in Africa, uniting locally driven action to protect biodiversity, restore ecosystems, and secure a sustainable future for people and wildlife. Projects Help Us Protect Cross...

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14 myths about trophy hunting – and what the evidence tells us
Sep 2, 2026 · original
Trophy hunting is often presented as a tool for conservation, rural development and wildlife management. Supporters argue that hunting a limited number of wild animals generates income, protects habitats, reduces poaching and benefits local communities. But these claims deserve careful scrutiny. A growing body of evidence raises serious questions about whether trophy hunting delivers the conservation and development benefits that are often attributed to it. Here are 14 common myths about trophy hunting — and what the evidence tells us. Myth 1: trophy hunting supports species conservation Trophy hunting is frequently justified as a way to generate money for conserving wildlife. Yet threatened and protected species are themselves among the animals targeted by trophy hunters, including elephants, lions, leopards and rhinos. Tens of thousands of wild animals are killed by trophy hunters ever
Angola’s “Ghost Elephants” Are Like No Other Herd on Earth
Jul 10, 2026 · original
For more than ten years, a rumour persisted among hunters and villagers in the remote eastern highlands of Angola: somewhere in the peat bogs and miombo woodland above 4,000 feet, a small band of elephants was living almost entirely unseen. Locals called them ghost elephants. Conservationists doubted such a population could exist so far from any known herd — until a motion-triggered camera finally caught one on film in 2024, and genetic testing this year confirmed that these animals are unlike any elephants ever sampled. A population shaped by war Angola’s elephants were devastated by 41 years of nearly continuous conflict, first the war of independence from Portugal (1961–1974) and then a civil war that raged until 2002. An estimated 100,000 elephants were killed for ivory during that period to help fund the fighting, and by 2015 surveys put the entire elephant population of southeaster
Restoring Nhamacoa Forest, One Tree at a Time
Jul 7, 2026 · original
Our project partner Trees4Moz is restoring the Nhamacoa Forest in Mozambique, an important example of the country’s threatened miombo woodland ecosystem . Miombo forests are among Africa’s most extensive dry tropical forests, covering large areas of southern and central Africa. They provide critical habitat for wildlife, store significant amounts of carbon, protect soils and water resources, and support the livelihoods of local communities. Restoring these forests is a long-term process that requires patience, dedication, and a deep understanding of local ecosystems. Through native tree propagation, planting, and natural regeneration, Trees4Moz is working to rebuild forest structure, increase biodiversity, and create a healthier and more resilient landscape. New Trees Taking Root The past winter brought several exceptionally heavy rain showers to the Nhamacoa Forest, creating excellent c
Conservation Groups Unite to Save the World’s Rarest Gorilla
Mar 12, 2026 · original
Conservation organisations and local communities join forces in Cameroon to strengthen protection of the critically endangered Cross River gorilla and the forests it calls home. Douala, Cameroon – In the forests along the border of Cameroon and Nigeria lives one of the world’s rarest great apes. With fewer than 300 individuals remaining in the wild, the Cross River gorilla faces an uncertain future. But a growing alliance of conservation organisations and local communities is working to ensure that this extraordinary species does not disappear. In February 2026, nine conservation organisations gathered in Douala, Cameroon, for a three-day knowledge exchange workshop aimed at strengthening collaboration and accelerating community-led conservation across the Cross River gorilla’s remaining habitat. The workshop was facilitated by the African Conservation Foundation, Environment and Rural D
Advancing Community-Led Conservation in the Deng Deng–Dja Rainforest Corridor
Jan 28, 2026 · original
We are excited to share the latest update on our community forest initiatives . These projects mark an important step in empowering local communities, conserving endangered species, and promoting sustainable livelihoods in Cameroon’s East Region. Legal and Ecological Opportunities Cameroon’s Forestry Law of 2024 empowers local communities to sustainably manage forest resources, linking improved livelihoods with biodiversity conservation. In this context, we have been supporting the establishment of community forests in the Deng Deng National Park – Dja Faunal Reserve corridor , a critical landscape for wildlife connectivity. This corridor is a vital pathway for great apes, forest elephants, and other endangered species , yet it faces growing threats from habitat fragmentation and expanding subsistence agriculture. Our community forest projects are designed to protect these species while
Jane Goodall’s Legacy: Building a Global Movement for Conservation
Oct 2, 2025 · original
Pioneer of Conservation, Tireless Advocate, and Messenger of Hope A Groundbreaking Life and Legacy It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Dr. Jane Goodall , who died peacefully in her sleep on October 1, 2025, in California, at the age of 91. She passed quietly while continuing her lifelong mission: inspiring people to care for our shared planet. Jane Goodall was far more than the world’s most famous chimpanzee researcher. Her observations at Gombe Stream National Park in Tanzania transformed science, showing that chimpanzees use tools, form complex social bonds, and experience emotions — challenging the boundaries previously thought to separate humans from other animals. Despite beginning her work without a university degree, Jane earned a PhD in Ethology from Cambridge University in 1965, based on her research at Gombe, becoming one of the youngest and most renowned scien
Unveiling African Wild Dog’s Hidden Menu Through DNA
Sep 5, 2025 · original
In the heart of Kruger National Park—where acacia-studded savannas meet shimmering bushveld and whispering woodlands—lives one of Africa’s most elusive predators: the African wild dog ( Lycaon pictus ). With only about 600 remaining in South Africa, and most surviving in Kruger, these vibrant, mottled hunters are a testament to resilience and teamwork. For decades, impala have starred as the wild dog’s leading prey. But a team the University of Pretoria has used an innovative tool—DNA metabarcoding—to reveal a far more diverse menu than previously imagined. DNA Metabarcoding Imagine reading a cloud of genetic breadcrumbs left behind in wild dog scat. That’s the genius of DNA metabarcoding. By extracting fragmented DNA from faeces, scientists can illuminate which prey species were consumed—even the small and subtle ones that traditional methods often miss. Unlike older practices—such as a
Restoring Forests, Securing Futures: Rewilding Nhamacoa in Mozambique
Jul 18, 2025 · original
Once echoing with birdsong and the sweep of swallows across the sky, Mozambique’s Nhamacoa Forest now stands much quieter. Like many forests across Africa, it faces a silent crisis: shrinking tree cover, vanishing wildlife, and the erosion of cultural and ecological heritage. As these ecosystems fade, so too do the lifelines for communities and species who depend on them. Together with our local project partner Trees4Moz in Mozambique, we’re working to change that — one tree at a time. Why Reforestation Matters Now The late conservationist David Shepherd once wrote that wildlife had only 2% of the Earth left to itself. That was 50 years ago. Today, the urgency has only grown. Forests like Nhamacoa are home to countless species — not only animals, but trees that offer food, shelter, medicine, and identity to rural communities. The loss of this biodiversity affects everyone. 45,000 Indigen
Rediscovered in a Forgotten Park: The Elusive Upemba Lechwe
Jun 12, 2025 · original
A Lost Species Comes Into Focus In the south of the Democratic Republic of Congo, amidst the remote wetlands of the Kamalondo Depression, a fleeting moment has reignited hope for one of Africa’s most elusive antelopes. The Upemba lechwe ( Kobus anselli ), unseen by science for decades, has finally been captured in a photograph—an image that may serve as both a testament to its resilience and a clarion call for its conservation. In March 2025, during an aerial survey over the Zone Annex of Upemba National Park , researchers observed a few of these rare antelopes moving through the swamps. While most of them vanished into the thick reeds, one individual paused just long enough for biologist Manuel Weber to take a photo—the first ever published photograph of this animal alive. Until now, the Upemba lechwe had been known only from museum specimens and field reports, its existence bordering o
Night Matters: How Dark Skies Support Wildlife, Culture, and Conservation
Apr 22, 2025 · original
International Dark Sky Week is a global celebration of the night – one that is most often associated with star-gazing. But this year, Dark Sky International and Bats without Borders have come together to highlight the importance of darkness for all creatures of the night Darkness plays a rarely-acknowledged but crucial role in the health of our planet’s ecosystems, in human health, in our cultural heritage, the advancement of science and space exploration – and yet 80% of the world’s population now lives under light-polluted skies. Not so in Africa! Africa boasts some of the darkest skies on Earth, with many rural areas enjoying truly dark nights. These unique and pristine skies afford visitors a rare and awe-inspiring celestial viewing experience. But without intervention, African dark nights will also disappear, pushed back by advancing infrastructure development and urbanisation. Regu

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