BirdLife International Africa

29/05/2026

Through the AfricElle Project, our partner @ GGhana Wildlife Societyis empowering women in communities l with practical skills and knowledge in beekeeping as a sustainable livelihood option.

This initiative is fostering sustainable livelihoods opportunities while promoting conservation-friendly income generation.

29/05/2026

A sustainable blue economy must work for both people and nature.

Across Africa, millions depend on healthy oceans for food, livelihoods and economic opportunities. Yet small-scale fishers and local ocean enterprises are too often left out of financing and investment systems.

Inclusive and equitable ocean finance is essential to ensure coastal communities can thrive while protecting the marine ecosystems they depend on.

The blue economy sustains millions through fisheries, trade, and marine livelihoods, yet small-scale fishers and local ocean enterprises remain excluded from financing and investment opportunities. As momentum around the blue economy grows, inclusive financing systems are critical to ensuring coastal communities can fully participate in and benefit from ocean-based development.

27/05/2026

An investigation led by ODZH has uncovered the suspected deliberate poisoning of vultures in the Mansoa area, where around 50 carcasses were found, with reports of more buried nearby.

Vultures play a vital role in keeping ecosystems healthy by cleaning up carcasses and helping prevent the spread of disease. The illegal killing of these birds is a serious threat to biodiversity and public health.

We commend ODZH and authorities working to investigate this environmental crime and protect these essential species.

22/05/2026

Biodiversity is life.

It gives us clean air, fresh water, healthy food, and protects us from climate disasters. Yet across the world, nature is disappearing at an alarming rate.

Nearly one million species are at risk of extinction. But there is still hope.

Across Africa and beyond, communities, young people, scientists, and conservationists are working together to restore forests, protect wetlands, conserve species, and build a future where both people and nature can thrive.

This International Day for Biological Diversity, let’s remember: protecting biodiversity means protecting our future.

22/05/2026

It's World Biodiversity day !
Join us later today for this insightful webinar
🕒 6:00 PM EAT | 10:00 AM CT | 3:00 PM GMT
📍 Zoom: https://lnkd.in/dWcBT_6Y



Acopphe - Africa Community of Planetary Partners for Health and Environment University of Minnesota School of Nursing

21/05/2026

Illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing continues to threaten fish stocks and marine ecosystems across the Western Indian Ocean. Limited surveillance systems, inadequate patrol capacity, and weak enforcement coordination continue to undermine sustainable fisheries management and long-term ocean resilience. Strengthening enforcement systems and regional coordination is critical to protecting fisheries and securing coastal livelihoods.

20/05/2026

Our team in Sao Tome & Principe Ôvyô launched the The 2nd edition of Focus Biodiversity last saturday! 📣

The event begun with a knowledge sharing session about biodiversity with young people from all districts of São Tomé and Príncipe.

During a visit to the Bom Sucesso Botanical Garden, which was attended by the Minister of Environment, Youth, and Sustainable Tourism. Participants had the opportunity to deepen their knowledge through presentations and interactive sessions on:
➡️ Protected areas
➡️ Special reserves
➡️ São Tomé and Príncipe as a Biosphere Reserve
➡️ Career opportunities in the field of conservation

19/05/2026

Last week, our regional Director, Kariuki Ndang'ang'a was on 103.5 radio. The discussion revolved around migratory birds, their significance for our environment, the threats they face and the urgency to safeguard them.


Listen to the full interview here: https://nova.com.na/david-talks-to-dr-paul-kariuki-ndanganga-about-world-migratory-bird-day-2026/

18/05/2026

Call for proposals still open!
Learn More: https://tinyurl.com/BLinWA

SECOND CALL FOR PROPOSALS - For Small Grants for Biodiversity Conservation in Guinea and Sierra Leone

BirdLife International, with funding from Rio Tinto, is launching a call for proposals to support 20 projects of up to USD 50,000 each.

National and local organisations based in Guinea and Sierra Leone, including women-led organisations, are specifically encouraged to apply.

Closing Date : 9 June 2026 at 23.59 GMT

Project Budget : Maximum USD 50,000 per grant

Eligible applicants: Civil Society Organisations in Guinea and Sierra Leone

Eligible projects: Projects that will reduce threats to Globally Threatened Species, protect sites and habitats, increase (climate) resilience for nature and people

Learn More: https://tinyurl.com/BLinWA

Guinée Ecologie Conservation Society of Sierra Leone

15/05/2026

Young people have a vital role to play in driving solutions and shaping a more sustainable future.

Join us for an insightfull World Biodiversity Day Virtual Webinar on the theme:
“Students and Youth as Solutions to the Biodiversity Crisis”

📅 Friday, May 22, 2026 — only a few days to go!

🕒 6:00 PM EAT | 10:00 AM CT | 3:00 PM GMT

📍 Zoom: https://lnkd.in/dWcBT_6Y

Acopphe - Africa Community of Planetary Partners for Health and Environment University of Minnesota School of Nursing