Elephant attacks: Protect communities, human lives

Monitor, March 3, 2025

Ever since the commencement of oil activities around the Murchison Falls National Park (MFNP) that involve the use of loud machinery, the habitat and source of livelihood of people and wildlife most, especially elephants have been tampered with. 

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'Wildlife corridors' are encouraged to support Kenya's recovering animal populations

abc News, March 3, 2025

LEWA, Kenya -- As nations mark World Wildlife Day, conservationists in Kenya are warning of shrinking wildlife spaces in the east African country that generates substantial revenue from wildlife tourism. While conservation efforts over the past two decades have led to the recovery of many threatened species, the animals are losing wide swaths of habitat because of threats stemming from climate change and destructive human behavior, activists warn.

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Behind-the-scenes, into the incredible work of Dr. Sharon Mulindi and her team at the Kenya Wildlife Service Northern Kenya

Save the Elephants, March 3, 2025

This World Wildlife Day, we go behind-the-scenes to get a glimpse into the incredible work of Dr. Sharon Mulindi and her team at the Kenya Wildlife Service Northern Kenya Wildlife Vet Unit. Supported by Save the Elephants, Ewaso Lions, and Grevy's Zebra Trust, the vet unit provides critical emergency care to wildlife - treating injuries, collaring animals for conservation research, and carrying out life-saving missions. Through their work, northern Kenya’s wildlife and ecosystems thrive.

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Wildlife survey in Cameroon shows, forest elephants have remained stable since 2016

WWF Africa, March 3, 2025

This World Wildlife Day, we are excited to announce that a recent wildlife survey (June 2023 - April 2024) in Boumba Bek & Nki National Parks, South East Cameroon, shows that forest elephant and great ape populations have stayed stable since 2016! 🐘🦍
📍 1,004 elephants and 19,472 great apes (gorillas & chimpanzees) were recorded across over 1 million hectares of forest.

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RESOURCES

💼 Opportunity: Several open positions at African Parks.
(LinkedIn, March 3, 2025)

📚 Book Review: The Elephant Whisperer - Lawrence Anthony.
(Amazon, March 3, 2025)

🌍 Travel & Nature: Gabon Adventures: The Beauty of Nature – Explore the stunning landscapes and wildlife of Gabon, home to some of Africa’s most iconic species.

🛡️ Conservation & Advocacy: Elephant Protection Initiative – World Wildlife Day – Advocating for elephant conservation and habitat protection across Africa.

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🐘 Conservation Spotlight: Holly Axelrad – Can you imagine a world without the African elephant? 🌍🐘 A powerful reflection on World Wildlife Day.

📚 Fun Facts: Julia W – Did you know? 🧐 Learn interesting facts about the African bush elephant.

Do Elephants and Hippos Get Along? – Watch as an elephant herd gently wakes a group of sleeping hippos in this fascinating wildlife moment.

✈️ Travel & Adventure: Katherine Coetzee – So, why Africa? 🌍✨ A glimpse into the magic of African wildlife experiences.