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 […]
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 […]
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.
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.
This month, PeaceParks.TV is paying tribute to rangers, the brave men and women protecting communities and nature worldwide. Lusbem Armando Romao, a ranger in Mozambique’s Zinave National Park, is also a canine handler. Tracking dog Chicago helps him in his work on the frontlines of conservation, enhancing his ability to safeguard people and nature.
This month on PeaceParks.TV we salute and thank the brave men and women protecting communities and nature in southern Africa. We caught up with Leticia Matlhombe in Banhine National Park to hear what inspires her to take on this important work.
Limpopo National Park’s infrastructure is undergoing important upgrades to expand the communications network, and improve connectivity and security. A taller tower, and the use of EarthRanger software, allows rangers to speak to each other, and means that management teams can monitor their safety, and make patrols more effective.
A crucial conservation effort is underway in Malawi’s Nyika National Park, where orchids are under threat from illegal poaching. The orchid rescue team is carefully replanting thousands of tubers seized from poachers, aiming to restore the park’s precious and biodiverse plant population.