Fishing Smart for People and Nature

Communities in and around Maputo National Park have fished in its beautiful lakes for many years. They rely on this source of food, which is why the park started a sustainable fishing initiative, to ensure that the lakes stand protected and continue to provide sustenance. […]

From Herding to Learning in Mozambique

Since the launch of the Herding for Health programme in Banhine National Park, Mozambique, dropout rates have reduced and over 70 young learners have returned to school. For many learners, the challenge was balancing school with the demands of herding cattle – leading many to […]

Cross-border Tech Tackles Wildlife Crime

Cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) applications to help combat wildlife crime and enhance cross-border security were explored by the Embassy of Sweden in partnership with AI Sweden and Peace Parks Foundation during AI week in Cape Town recently. The event brought together experts from local government, […]

Growing Greener for People and Nature

In this PeaceParks.TV episode, we attend the International Climate Initiative’s Growing Greener kick-off event in Zambia’s Simalaha Community Conservancy, a community-driven conservation area supported by Peace Parks Foundation. Zambia is one of four countries receiving support from the International Climate Initiative (IKI), which collaborates with […]

Hope and Healing for Coastal Shores

Debris brought by the sea to Mozambique’s coastline poses a serious threat to marine life and the delicate balance of the environment. Meanwhile, communities struggle to make a living due to scarce employment opportunities. This PeaceParks.TV episode shares how Maputo National Park’s beach cleaning programme […]

Sniffing Out Wildlife Trafficking: Duke’s Story!

This PeaceParks.TV episode we hand over to a very special guest. Introducing Duke from the combatting wildlife crime canine unit: “I am what they call a seasoned professional. With years of training and experience, I have helped fight the illegal wildlife trade as a detection […]

Herding for Health celebrates five years in Limpopo National Park

Conservation International and Peace Parks Foundation celebrate five years of the Herding for Health programme in Mozambique’s Limpopo National Park.

Female farmers at the forefront of conservation agriculture

Here in Zinhane, on the outskirts of the park, a community engagement programme is seeking alternative livelihoods for local communities. This is a conservation agriculture project where communities will produce crops, prosper from business opportunities, and enjoy improved health.

Celebrating Rangers: Guardians of Nature

This month on PeaceParks.TV we salute the brave men and women who are protecting communities and nature. These committed rangers use their skills to conserve biodiversity and build a peaceful relationship between humans and wildlife. Meet the Peace Parks Foundation team, who recognise and thank rangers for their commitment, and for rising to the challenges they face.