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The African Wildlife Foundation, together with the people of Africa, works to ensure the wildlife and wild lands of Africa will endure forever. Founded in 1961 at the height of the African independence movement, AWF (then known at the African Wildlife Leadership Foundation) was created to help newly independent African nations and people conserve their own wildlife. AWF’s first approach was to train and educate African conservation professionals. AWF helped establish the College of African Wildlife Management, wildlife clubs in a number of African countries, and has sponsored dozens of African scholars in their pursuit of Master’s and Doctoral degrees in conservation. For more than 50 years, AWF has been a key player in African conservation and sustainable development. AWF has defined large conservation landscapes that are essential to securing the future of Africa’s wildlife. Within these landscapes, AWF employs an integrated approach to conservation including land use planning, education and capacity building, development of conservation enterprise to improve livelihoods, and applied research.
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Yesterday in Los Angeles, CA, the African Wildlife Foundation had the privilege of participating in an extraordinary event during the Arsenal Summer Tour in the USA. Our Global Board Chair, Larry Green, and Director of Global Leadership, Edwin Tambara, presented our impactful work with the Rwandan Government and the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) in driving community resilience projects around Volcanoes National Park. This event brought together key #tourism, #conservation, and #business stakeholders to foster partnerships and elevate awareness about Rwanda's groundbreaking conservation initiatives. The spotlight was on our successful collaboration with various partners, emphasizing the critical role of eco-tourism and community-centered conservation efforts. We were honored to share the stage with Arsenal F.C legends Gilberto Silva and Theo Walcott, alongside our partners from the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), including Francis Gatare, CEO, and Ariella Kageruka, Head of Tourism & Conservation. A special thank you to Juliet Slot, Chief Commercial Officer at Arsenal F.C, for her invaluable support. While these species are a unique heritage to Africa, they are also global assets that require global efforts to conserve and protect them. Our work is a testament to the global importance of conserving #Rwanda's majestic mountain gorillas and building #sustainablefutures for #localcommunities. Frederick Kumah, Andrea Athanas, Facheux T. Charly - MSc, Eric Coppenger, Beth Foster, Visit Rwanda, NSABIMANA PATRICK #AfricanConservation #Africanleadership #VisitRwanda
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Senior Manager @ African Wildlife Foundation | MSc, Biology from University of KwaZulu-Natal Natal # Views and opinions are my own
The African Wildlife Foundation and UN Environment Programme #ChuckWallPolicyFellows focuses on International Biodiversity Governance WHILE reiterating the need for appreciating African diversity and strengthening African unity. And yes, learning happens in various ways including "Under the tree"! Thanks Monipher Patience Musasa for joining us to share your experience from working with government, NGOs and the UN.
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Communication: Africa’s diplomat on biodiversity conservation matters How well informed are you about Digital Sequence Information (DSI) on genetic resources? Perhaps you are now on your keyboard to find out more about this!! This shows how communication plays an overarching role in informing and educating stakeholders from diverse backgrounds about biodiversity related matters, the importance of science in conservation and the need for scientists to simplify complex information to policy makers and the general public. Many thanks to Monipher Patience Musasa for talking about this power of communication during one of the #ChuckWallPolicyFellows leadership dialogue sessions, tapping from her vast experience working with the government, non-governmental organizations and the United Nations. During another insightful #chuckwallpolicyfellows leadership dialogue sessions, I enjoyed learning from Hlob'sile Sikhosana who hails from the Kingdom of Eswatini . She is currently a Representative for Eastern and Southern Africa at the World Meteorological Organization and represented her country during high-level international conventions negotiations in the past. Out of curiosity, I asked: “Based on your experience as a negotiator, how effective have communications professionals been in conveying crucial information about environmental policy negotiations and the importance of a united African front?" Her view is that media and communications professionals are critical in influencing policy and that there is need for African media to provide information that supports, clarifies and effectively communicate about biodiversity matters. While current efforts are commendable, she believes that increased support for African media and communications practitioners is needed to produce compelling stories about environmental policies from an African perspective. “The African Wildlife Foundation and UN Environment Programme #ChuckWallPolicyFellows focuses on International Biodiversity Governance reiterating the need for appreciating African diversity and strengthening African unity,” says Simangele Msweli-Ratsoana Musweli. The unity is well symbolized by the beautiful pictures of fellows from various African countries Ignatious Kudakwashe Maeresa Furaha Charo NDEYE MARIEME MBAYE Suwilanji Sinyangwe Dr. WAFA MISRAR Kendra Atenya Elizabeth D. Kamara Caroline Chiimba Collins Shava Abigirl Belina Chirasha Knowledge Vingi Graham Kudakwashe Ndou Agbor D. Tabe Walter Mupezuweni
In the lead-up to World Ranger Day, the African Wildlife Foundation highlights the indispensable role of rangers and community scouts in safeguarding Africa's wildlife and wild lands. These dedicated individuals are the first line of defense, tirelessly patrolling protected areas, monitoring wildlife, and engaging communities. Their work is essential for preserving Africa's unique biodiversity. Rangers, also known as wardens, eco-guards, community scouts, or village game scouts, form the cornerstone of conservation efforts across Africa. Despite their different titles, they all share the common goal of protecting wildlife and wild lands. However, there are notable differences among them. AWF is committed to building a strong foundation for conservation across Africa by empowering rangers and communities. Our work aligns with the urgent call to action of World Ranger Day 2024's "30 by 30" theme. To achieve this ambitious goal, we are taking concrete steps to protect wildlife and support those on the frontlines. We share more about our efforts through this link: https://bit.ly/3WCMvtC #WorldRangerDay #AfricanConservation #Africanleadership #30by30
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"An average person influences 17,000-18,000 people in their lifetime; every interaction is an influence” Huge thanks to Frederick Kumah , AWF Vice President, Global Leadership for sharing this during a fireside leadership dialogue with the #2024ChuckWallPolicyFellows His assertion about influence ignited a personal reflection in me! Growing up in the small mining towns of Shurugwi and Zvishavane in Zimbabwe's Midlands Province, I observed the relationship between mining and the natural world. This experience sparked my interest on environmental issues. I fondly remember choosing the Eco and Science Journalism elective module during my final year at university and conducting an undergraduate dissertation study on 'Green Radio: A Case Study of Ya Fm’s Role in Environmental Conservation in Zvishavane.' I needed to understand the role of radio and communication in environmental conservation. I believe communication is essential in shaping policies that can tackle the world’s pressing environmental challenges like biodiversity loss, climate change, pollution, habitat loss, e.t.c. As a communicator, I am happy to be one of the fellows participating during the ongoing 2024 #chuckwallpolicyfellow. The workshop, spanning from 21-28 July is made possible by African Wildlife Foundation in partnership with the UN Environment Programme. It is focused on equipping young people with technical and practical policy-making skills guided by key international environmental governance bodies like the Convention on Biological Diversity. This is critical in my environmental policy communications journey. Among many, I cannot forget Nancy Githiaga, AWF Kenya Country Director’s nugget: “Stand up and be present always, read to contribute from an informed perspective, make efforts to speak up even if it is not perfect because if you keep quiet no one will know what you know.” Looking forward to learning more about leadership skills needed to influence the environmental policy and governance space. #Chuckwallpolicyfellows Simangele Msweli-RatsoanaIgnatious Kudakwashe Maeresa NDEYE MARIEME MBAYE Furaha CharoMaissa Louhichi Agbor D. Tabe Moses Chuma Bornfree Mhlanga Caroline Chiimba
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African lions have vanished from over 90% of their historic range, with the steepest declines happening in the past 20 years. Now extinct in over 20 #African countries, these majestic animals face severe threats from #habitatloss and #humanwildlifeconflict. At the African Wildlife Foundation, we are dedicated to reversing this alarming trend. Our comprehensive conservation strategies aim to protect lion habitats, mitigate conflicts between lions and humans, and promote sustainable practices that benefit both #wildlife and #communities. Learn more about our work in lion conservation, and join us in protecting Africa's iconic lions here - https://bit.ly/3LzVGER. #Africanconservation #AfricanLions #Africanleadership
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African lions have vanished from over 90% of their historic range, with the steepest declines happening in the past 20 years. Now extinct in over 20 #African countries, these majestic animals face severe threats from #habitatloss and #humanwildlifeconflict. At the African Wildlife Foundation, we are dedicated to reversing this alarming trend. Our comprehensive conservation strategies aim to protect lion habitats, mitigate conflicts between lions and humans, and promote sustainable practices that benefit both #wildlife and #communities. Learn more about our work in lion conservation, and join us in protecting Africa's iconic lions here - https://bit.ly/3LzVGER. #Africanconservation #AfricanLions #Africanleadership
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Senior Manager @ African Wildlife Foundation | MSc, Biology from University of KwaZulu-Natal Natal # Views and opinions are my own
It is Day 3 of the African Wildlife Foundation and UN Environment Programme #CharlesRWallPolicyFellows workshop and fellows have moved from theory to practise. Drawing on classes and dialogues with negotiators, fellows are putting themselves in the shoes of negotiators. They are simulating negotiations using the Resource Mobilizatin agenda item from the 4th meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Implementation (of the Convention on Biological Diversity's). #YouthLeadership Ignatious Kudakwashe Maeresa Elizabeth D. Kamara Suwilanji Sinyangwe ANTOINE M. MELINGUI NDZANA NDEYE MARIEME MBAYE
African lions have vanished from over 90% of their historic range, with the steepest declines happening in the past 20 years. Now extinct in over 20 #African countries, these majestic animals face severe threats from #habitatloss and #humanwildlifeconflict. At the African Wildlife Foundation, we are dedicated to reversing this alarming trend. Our comprehensive conservation strategies aim to protect lion habitats, mitigate conflicts between lions and humans, and promote sustainable practices that benefit both #wildlife and #communities. Learn more about our work in lion conservation, and join us in protecting Africa's iconic lions here - https://bit.ly/3LzVGER. #Africanconservation #AfricanLions #Africanleadership