Discover how empowering Southern African communities through equitable governance can enhance conservation efforts and drive sustainable development. By climbing the conservation governance ladder, Indigenous peoples can significantly improve biodiversity outcomes, fostering a win-win for both communities and the environment.
A recent study near Sabie Game Park in Mozambique reveals that community attitudes towards wildlife are significantly influenced by their involvement in conservation rules, rather than merely the benefits they receive. This underscores the importance of fostering strong relationships between conservationists and local communities to effectively address human-wildlife conflict.
Exploring fair deals for Indigenous peoples and local communities engaged in wildlife conservation is crucial in addressing biodiversity loss and climate change. By promoting Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) and equitable partnerships, we can empower custodians of the land, ensuring their rightful participation in nature-based industries and enhancing negotiation power.
It’s a form of colonialism to tell us Africans what to do with our wildlife, writes Maxi Pia Louis, Community Leaders Network “As a parliamentary… Read More »It’s a form of colonialism to tell us Africans what to do with our wildlife, writes Maxi Pia Louis, Community Leaders Network
‘It’s neocolonialism’: campaign to ban UK imports of hunting trophies condemned by African delegation Former colonial powers seeking to pass laws that threaten the rights… Read More »‘It’s neocolonialism’: campaign to ban UK imports of hunting trophies condemned by African delegation
Recommendations for the post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework – ACBA In an extensive report following the recently ended CBD Geneva meeting in March 2022, the African… Read More »Recommendations for the post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework – ACBA
African and Community Voices were heard at UNEA 5 RAUK and CLN participated in the 5th meeting of the United Nations Environmental Assembly held in Nairobi,… Read More »African and Community Voices were heard at UNEA 5
Risks associated with infrastructure development in southern African rural areas When United Nations Environment Agency (UNEA 5.2) convenes next week from 28 February to 4… Read More »Risks associated with infrastructure development in southern African rural areas
Founder members of the Community Leaders Network of Southern Africa (CLN) met in Namibia’s capital city, Windhoek at Avani Hotels from 18-22 October to formalise… Read More »Community Leaders Network formalised
Conservation in the Mahenye Royal Household – the birth of CAMPFIRE in Zimbabwe by Liberty Chauke I was seated listening to the melodious and whistling… Read More »Conservation in the Mahenye Royal Household – the Birth of CAMPFIRE in Zimbabwe