Conservationist Slams Western Animal Rights Groups Over Ivory Trade
Namibian
African wildlife will not be protected through Western conservation approaches but through the involvement of local communities, says conservationist Margaret Jacobsohn. Read more »
When African Conservation Crosses Borders
Independent (Kampala)
On the edge of the Okavango Delta,a where seasonal rains soften northern Botswana and the air carries the scent of wet grey earth, a quiet hotel in Maun became, for four days, the… Read more »
A Namib Desert Beetle Runs to Stay Cool - How Scientists Solved the Puzzle of This Unique and Speedy Species [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The Namib desert of south-western Africa can be extremely hot - the surface temperature can be over 50°C. But a surprising number of around 200 beetle species live on its bare,… Read more »
Land Reform in South Africa - How New Landholders Could Prosper From Wildlife and Not Just Farming [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
South Africa has a thriving wildlife economy - enterprises like trophy and meat hunting, ecotourism, live wildlife sales and game meat production. Read more »
MSD Warns of More Heavy Rains As Thunderstorms Sweep Across Zim
263Chat
The Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has warned that unsettled weather conditions are set to continue after widespread thunderstorms brought heavy rain to parts of the… Read more »
Fear Grips Wasare Village As Hippo Attack Leaves Woman Critically Injured
Capital FM
Residents of Wasare village in Nyakach Sub-county are living in fear following a series of deadly encounters with hippopotamuses straying from Lake Victoria, the latest attack… Read more »
Climate Shocks Renew Calls to Scale Up Farmers' Insurance
New Times
Only six per cent of farmers in Rwanda currently have crop and livestock insurance, resulting in substantial losses during extreme weather events such as droughts, flooding, hail,… Read more »
Risks Young Chimps Take As They Swing Through the Trees Underscore Role of Protective Parenting in Humans [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Adolescents are known for risky behavior, with teenagers in the U.S. more likely than younger children to die from injury. But what's responsible for this uptick in risk-taking… Read more »
Heavy Storms Expected in Parts of South Africa
Scrolla
A yellow level 4 warning is in place for Limpopo, Mpumalanga, parts of KwaZulu-Natal, Free State and North West. Heavy rain, strong winds, flooding and some damage to buildings… Read more »
Beware of High Waves, Strong Winds, Tasac Alerts Marine Vehicles, Seafarers
Daily News
THE Tanzania Shipping Agencies Corporation (TASAC) has cautioned fishermen and water transport operators to take precautions against strong winds and high waves in the Indian Ocean… Read more »
The Challenges of Protecting Wildlife From War in Eastern DRC
RFI
In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo's Maiko National Park, a few committed rangers have succeeded in protecting gorillas, elephants and other animals from the surrounding… Read more »
Ngoma - Nine Dead, Six Injured in Lightning Incident
New Times
Nine people were killed and six others injured after lightning struck a group of farmers sheltering from the rain in Jarama Sector, Ngoma District. Read more »
Promotional Rates for Gorilla Trekking Extended
New Times
Rwanda Development Board (RDB) has announced an extension of promotional rates for gorilla trekking permits until the end of 2026. Read more »
Silent Crisis - Uganda's Rising Lake Nalubale (Victoria) Water Levels
Independent (Kampala)
The water levels of Lake Victoria - that the locals call Lake Nalubale - have risen dramatically in recent years, displacing communities, destroying livelihoods, and causing… Read more »
Prolonged Rains Leave Trail of Destruction, Deaths and Exposed Gaps in Disaster Preparedness
Nyasa Times
Prolonged and intense rains that have battered several parts of the country since late December have left thousands of households displaced, crops washed away, public… Read more »
