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They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but we think these faces speak for themselves. For Nature Photography Day,...
15/06/2026

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but we think these faces speak for themselves.

For Nature Photography Day, we are filling your feed with the breathtaking beauty of Africa’s wildlife. Every stunning subject you see here is a testament to what we can achieve when we stand up for nature. At AWF, we believe that to see these animals is to fall in love with them and when we love something, we protect it. Together with local communities, we are actively shaping a future where these incredible creatures and their wild homes don't just survive, but truly flourish.

The future is bright, and you are a part of it.

AWF, through the Tsavo Elephants Project, marked the groundbreaking of two new community scout housing units at Amaka Co...
12/06/2026

AWF, through the Tsavo Elephants Project, marked the groundbreaking of two new community scout housing units at Amaka Conservancy. The units will improve field operations, support rapid response efforts, and provide better accommodation for scouts protecting this critical wildlife corridor.

The milestone was also marked by the handover of uniforms for 19 community scouts and motorbikes to enhance patrols across the conservancy.

Home to more than 300 elephants and an important lion breeding area, Amaka Conservancy depends on the dedication of community scouts who serve as the first line of defense against poaching and human-wildlife conflict.

When we invest in community scouts, we invest in the future of wildlife conservation.

This forest is the heart of the community.High in the hills of Taita Taveta County, Vuria Forest provides water to thous...
11/06/2026

This forest is the heart of the community.

High in the hills of Taita Taveta County, Vuria Forest provides water to thousands of people and shelters rare species found nowhere else on Earth, including the endangered Taita apalis and Taita thrush.

When a devastating fire swept through parts of the forest, Ernest Maghanga and local community members mobilized to protect the landscape they depend on. Together, they helped contain the blaze and later restored the damaged areas by planting more than 2,500 indigenous trees.

Today, the Vuria Community Forest Association continues to lead efforts to restore forests, protect biodiversity, and build resilience to climate change.

Read all about Vuria Community Forest Associations efforts here:https://www.awf.org/news/community-driven-forest-restoration-vuria-kenya-biodiversity-and-ecosystem-recovery

What happens when communities lead and partnerships listen?In Kasigau, Taita Taveta County, the rehabilitation of the Ru...
10/06/2026

What happens when communities lead and partnerships listen?

In Kasigau, Taita Taveta County, the rehabilitation of the Rukanga Community Water Project is improving access to clean and reliable water for more than 800 households.

Implemented through a partnership between the community, the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF), the County Government of Taita Taveta and the Government of Sweden through the Swedish Embassy in Nairobi , the project reflects the power of community-led solutions to local challenges.

The rehabilitation of the main pipeline and water storage tanks has improved water access for households, schools, and health facilities. For many residents, this means spending less time collecting water and more time investing in farming, education, small businesses, and other livelihood opportunities.

Improved access to safe water is also contributing to better health outcomes through enhanced hygiene and reduced exposure to water-related diseases.

This is what lasting impact looks like when communities are at the center and partnerships are built on listening, collaboration, and shared commitment.

What happens when communities lead and partnerships listen?In Kasigau, Taita Taveta County, the rehabilitation of the Ru...
10/06/2026

What happens when communities lead and partnerships listen?

In Kasigau, Taita Taveta County, the rehabilitation of the Rukanga Community Water Project is improving access to clean and reliable water for more than 800 households.

Implemented through a partnership between the community, the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF), the County Government of Taita Taveta, and the Government of Sweden through the Swedish Embassy in Nairobi , the project reflects the power of community-led solutions to local challenges.

The rehabilitation of the main pipeline and water storage tanks has improved water access for households, schools, and health facilities. For many residents, this means spending less time collecting water and more time investing in farming, education, small businesses, and other livelihood opportunities.

Improved access to safe water is also contributing to better health outcomes through enhanced hygiene and reduced exposure to water-related diseases.

This is what lasting impact looks like when communities are at the center and partnerships are built on listening, collaboration, and shared commitment.

09/06/2026

Students at Kongoni Comprehensive School are stepping into a new era of learning with the launch of a solar-powered digital learning hub, bringing online learning opportunities closer to young people living alongside Kenya's iconic wildlife in the Tsavo Landscape.

The facility, equipped with computers and online conservation resources, creates space for peer learning, knowledge exchange, and hands-on engagement with technology that strengthens both education outcomes and conservation awareness across the wider community.

As one of two Centres of Excellence under the Young Conservation Heroes project, Kongoni goes beyond serving its own students, acting as a resource hub for neighbouring schools and anchoring a wider movement of community-led learning across the region.

The digital learning hub is part of a broader package of investment at the school, which has also seen improvements in internet connectivity, sanitation facilities, and protective fencing in this wildlife-rich landscape.

Through access to technology, students are building the problem-solving skills and environmental literacy needed to navigate a rapidly changing world and to become stewards of the landscapes they call home.

The initiative was made possible through the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) and Wildlife Clubs of Kenya (WCK), with funding from Bob and Emmy King and significant contributions from Community & Wildlife Conservation (CWC).

Read more here: https://www.awf.org/pressroom/solar-powered-ict-lab-opens-kongoni-school-boost-digital-and-conservation-learning-tsavo

05/06/2026

"World Environment Day is a special day that reminds me of the duty I have not only to nature, but also to humanity."- Beatrice Phiri, AWF Wall Fellow, 2026 Cohort

This World Environment Day, as the world rallies around the call for climate action, we are reminded that this is the perfect time to connect with nature and remember we cannot survive without it. Climate change, marine pollution, and unsustainable coastal development continue to threaten Africa’s people, wildlife, and ecosystems, making collective action more important than ever.

Across Africa, AWF is working with governments, communities, and partners to strengthen the protection of not only ecosystems but also species; as well as supporting biodiversity, livelihoods, and climate resilience.

This World Environment Day, let us celebrate progress while renewing our commitment to protecting the environment for future generations.

The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF), in partnership with the Ethiopian Wildlife Conservation Authority (EWCA), convene...
04/06/2026

The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF), in partnership with the Ethiopian Wildlife Conservation Authority (EWCA), convened a three-day Wildlife Judicial and Prosecutorial Assistance Training (WJPAT) in Addis Ababa from May 26–28, 2026.

As wildlife crime networks grow more sophisticated, the training focused on strengthening the operational and legal capacity of frontline managers tackling wildlife trafficking at key transit points. Under the theme “Species Identification, Legal Foundations of Admissibility and Human Rights,” participants covered species identification, evidence admissibility, crime scene management, CITES procedures, and human rights standards in enforcement.

AWF’s Counter Wildlife Trafficking Director, Didi Wamukoya, emphasized the long-term vision behind the initiative — investing in stronger national leadership, governance systems, and institutional capacity to prevent future poaching and trafficking crises.

She noted that governance challenges, including corruption, continue to undermine conservation efforts, and that without addressing them, even strong laws, technology, and enforcement capacity will fall short.

EWCA Director-General Kumara Wakijira highlighted Ethiopia’s commitment to strengthening its enforcement and judicial response, describing the partnership as a key step in tackling transnational wildlife trafficking networks.

Meet 20-year-old Rebecca. She is standing at the front of the exact second-grade classroom in the DRC where her own educ...
02/06/2026

Meet 20-year-old Rebecca. She is standing at the front of the exact second-grade classroom in the DRC where her own education began.

Built in 2013 through a partnership between AWF and the Ilima community, this unique conservation school gave Rebecca her future. Now, her students call her “Miss Who Explains Everything.” Every Monday, she gathers the youngest kids to teach them how to protect their local ecosystem, showing them that the health of their rivers and forests is directly tied to their own.

With support from the Segré Foundation, AWF is partnering with communities across the Maringa-Lopori-Wamba landscape to protect endangered bonobos and secure vital wildlife corridors.

Local leaders like Rebecca are proving that we don’t have to choose between human progress and a thriving planet. As she puts it: “The village belongs to the forest, and the forest belongs to the village.”

Head to the link in our bio to learn more about our partnerships with community leadership.

27/05/2026

What did you dream of becoming when you were younger?
For some, conservation has always been the dream. For others, it became a calling discovered along the way. We caught up with this year’s AWF Wall Leadership Fellows to hear how their journeys led them to become passionate about protecting people, wildlife, and ecosystems.
This conversation comes as the AWF Wall Fellowship in-person workshop, which began on Monday, continues to bring fellows together to learn, connect, and strengthen their leadership for conservation impact.
Would you consider a career in conservation? Share your thoughts with us in the comments.

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