Field Notes

Journey across Kazakhstan with the Silk Road Caravan and discover how sustainable land management connects ancient traditions, scientific knowledge, digital technology, and local leadership. In Central Asia, over 20 percent of the total land area is degraded, affecting roughly 80 million hectares. Across Kazakhstan, the land is approached as both an inheritance and a working system. From protectin

Mangroves store up to six times more carbon than Amazonian rainforest. They shelter coastlines, nurse fish populations, and sustain livelihoods that have existed for generations. They are, quite simply, irreplaceable. The power to restore these forests has always lived in the people who depend on them. Our job is to back that power with funding, data, training and advocacy, so local action can dri

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Nairobi, Kenya – 31 July 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Green Belt Movement (GBM) and JustAct welcome the decision of the Environment and Land Court in Meru to suspend the proposed construction of an airstrip, State Lodge, golf course and related developments within Imenti Forest pending the hearing and determination of the consolidated petitions before […]

Rangers are conservation’s frontline forces. They are multi-talented, tireless, and brave, putting their lives on the line to protect our natural world. Over the years, SWT/KWS Anti-Poaching Teams have helped transform landscapes, safeguard wildlife, and tackle the greatest threats facing Kenya’s natural heritage.

In southern Senegal’s Casamance region, generations of women have built thriving livelihoods through oyster harvesting in the mangrove forests. Discover how their knowledge and stewardship help protect these vital ecosystems while securing livelihoods for their families and communities. View the photo story Want to discover more stories like this? Subscribe to receive our latest photo stories […]

Every day is a lesson for a young elephant. In Buffalo Springs National Reserve, this curious calf follows his mother's lead as they explore a termite mound together - watching, copying, and kicking up soil just like Mum. By observing and imitating the adults around them, elephant calves gradually learn the behaviours they'll depend on for life, from foraging to navigating their surroundings and s

As land degradation continues to threaten economies, ecosystems, and business resilience, stronger collaboration between governments and the private sector is essential to achieving Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN). This pre-COP briefing, co-hosted by the UNCCD, the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), and the Science Based Targets Network (SBTN), will explore how corporate sustainability disclosur

The private sector is an important stakeholder in land degradation neutrality, especially in agricultural lands. This session, co-hosted with the governments of Germany and Côte d'Ivoire, presents UNCCD Parties with the results of a global consultation with businesses across agri-food and adjacent value chains on how governments can facilitate their contributions to sustainable land management. Th

The Seychelles Cabinet has approved the development of a new Wildlife Protection Bill to replace the outdated Wild Animals and...

Bungalu is a special little elephant who survived a true odyssey to be here today — weeks on his own, dodging storms of epic proportions and even a lion attack.

This little girl should be carrying books and dreams, not a heavy bucket of water. For millions of children, collecting water is part of everyday life, taking time away from school, play, and simply being a child. We're partnering with Sapphire Community Organization to help bring water closer to families in Balaka, Malawi, by delivering 100 Hippo Rollers to five rural communities. Your donation c

In June, the Aerial Unit flew 255 hours and covered 34,860 kilometres — the busiest month of the year so far. The dry season was firmly establishing itself across much of Tsavo. Against this backdrop, June was an exceptionally active month across every dimension of the Unit's work including law enforcement, veterinary support, wildlife rescue, human–wildlife conflict, and two civilian rescues.

Meet Samal, one of the bulls from the Babala elephant population we're studying. As Samal emerged from a thicket beside a corrugated road, he made it clear to Daud Abdi, our Field Education Officer at Babala, that he wasn't comfortable with the approaching vehicle. Head held high and ears spread wide, he was displaying classic warning signals elephants use to appear larger and more intimidating. D

ROAN: The Journal of Conservation The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF). Headquarters: Km 19, Lekki-Epe Expressway, Lekki, opposite Chevron, Lagos, Nigeria. P.O. Box 74638, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. Special Issue: Sustaining […]

The third week of July is Coral Reef Awareness Week. It comes with a grave alert. The US National Oceanic...

Tostan has officially opened applications for the second cohort of the Cheikh Anta Diop Fellowship for Community-Led Development. The program targets young professionals and initiative leaders working across a wide […]

Zinave National Park has come back from decades of disruption. The next step is to build on that recovery, because the true test of conservation is not only what can be restored, but what can be made to last. Wildlife populations are returning. Infrastructure is being rebuilt. Communities surrounding the park are gaining improved access to services, livelihoods and economic […] The post From recov

In this episode of Cheetah TV, host Brian Badger sits down with Dipanjan Naha to discuss a Cheetah Conservation Fund initiative tackling one of the biggest challenges facing coexistence in Namibia: human-wildlife conflict (HWC). Since September 2024, CCF has been working across 8 communal conservancies in the Omaheke, Erongo, and Kunene regions of Namibia, funded by the Darwin Initiative — a UK Go

Elephants are known to mourn their dead, and our research has shown that they often sniff, touch and even try to move the remains of deceased elephants, regardless of whether they knew the individual well or not. In this footage, a bull elephant investigates the skull of Margaret, a cherished member of the Royals family who passed away from natural causes almost two years earlier. 🎥 David Lolchur

The detention conditions of women reveal specific challenges that remain underaddressed, particularly regarding menstrual hygiene and health.

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20th July 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Green Belt Movement expresses its profound disappointment with the recent judgment permitting the construction of the Mau Mau Road through the Aberdare Forest ecosystem. While we respect the authority and independence of the courts, we respectfully disagree with the decision and remain convinced that it falls short of […]

In Indonesia’s Maluku Islands, the centuries-old tradition of Sasi has helped communities sustainably manage marine resources for generations. Discover how customary knowledge, local leadership and community stewardship continue to protect fisheries and strengthen coastal livelihoods. View the photo story Want to discover more stories like this? Subscribe to receive our latest photo stories straig

In Kakuma and Kalobeyei, hunger does not announce itself loudly. It arrives quietly, in the ribs of a child that are too visible, in a mother who skips meals so her children can eat, and in the long queues at nutrition centers where survival is measured one sachet of therapeutic food at a time. Here, […]

Imagine coral fragments, reef stars, diving gear, and passionate scientists fuelled by the curiosity of young people for our oceans....

Restoring degraded land starts with something many thought impossible: hundreds of households agreeing to manage it together. Across Zambia’s Simalaha Community Conservancy, people are restoring rangelands and revitalising livelihoods through collective grazing management. Rather than every household deciding independently where cattle graze, farmers now work through Village Action Groups and Graz

The border town of Liboi in Garissa County lies approximately 15 kilometers from the Somalia border and serves as the closest town to Dadaab, one of the world’s largest refugee complexes. Despite its small size and vibrant character, Liboi has long grappled with insecurity, much of it shaped by the challenges and complexities associated with […]

The Nigerian Conservation Foundation's 37th Annual General Meeting marked a historic leadership transition, celebrated its 2025 conservation impact, and unveiled a bold strategic direction for the future of nature conservation in Nigeria.

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FoodForward SA is pleased to welcome the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) as a new partner supporting the expansion of our Food Gardens Connect programme in the Western Cape. Through PIC’s […]

The countdown is on! In just a few days, volunteers across Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban will come together to turn 67 minutes into meaningful action at FoodForward SA’s Mandela […]

The Soils, Food and Healthy Communities (SFHC) Farmer Research and Training Centre first opened its doors in 2017 and has since become the hub of agroecology training, farmer-led research, and knowledge exchange in northern Malawi. What began as... Read More

Food insecurity cannot be solved through small, fragmented interventions alone. It requires systems that can operate at scale, with efficiency, accountability, and national reach. Over the past decade, FoodForward SA […]

This morning, Alex and Chaeli joined the team at Smile 90.4 for a really meaningful conversation. With it being Disability Pride Month, it was a chance to celebrate disability, challenge perceptions, and remind ourselves that inclusion starts with conversations like these. They spoke about how The Chaeli Campaign has grown over the years, the impact it's had, and why creating opportunities for dis

July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the powerfully unique voices of people with disabilities. 💜 Disabilty is not something to be hidden or overcome, it's an important part of human diversity. Together, we work towards a world where everyone is seen, heard, valued and given the opportunity to thrive. Let's celebrate disabled pride and disabled excellence, as we challenge barriers a