09/10/2026
In late September, Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF) Conservation Scientist & Canine Specialist Dr. Tim Hofmann spoke at the Namibian Scientific Society in Windhoek, Namibia.
Namibia is home to an incredible diversity of terrestrial carnivores, including some of Africa’s most iconic species. But, across Namibia’s changing landscapes, these species face increasing pressures. Dr. Hofmann’s talk explored Namibia’s carnivore community, including conservation status, how different land-use systems influence their distribution, and the human-drive factors shaping their future. A particular focus was placed on the cheetah, its ecology, challenges of monitoring a naturally sparse and wide-ranging species, recent population trends, and Namibia’s important role as a stronghold for the cats.
During the talk, Dr. Hofmann also introduced the work of CCF and the wide range of programs being used to conserve cheetahs in the wild by addressing the challenges these cats face, including research and monitoring, livestock guarding dogs, wildlife detection dogs and human-wildlife coexistence.
It was also great to see some familiar faces in the audience, including CCF Ecologist Stella Emvula, former CCF cheetah keeper Nicole Olivier, and Kelsey Prediger from the Pangolin Conservation and Research Foundation (PCRF). The presentation was very well received, and followed by lively discussions and questions with the audience. We are looking forward to continuing this exchange and exploring opportunities for more CCF talks and engagement with the Namibian Scientific Society in the future.
