Conservation Through Public Health

Conservation Through Public Health Promote biodiversity conservation by improving wildlife and community health and livelihoods in and around African protected areas.

Our main Goal is To prevent and control disease transmission between wildlife, people and livestock with local communities as stewards of their own environment.

“If you haven’t read the book, you now have less of an excuse. You can now listen to Gladys tell you the story herself.”...
31/08/2026

“If you haven’t read the book, you now have less of an excuse. You can now listen to Gladys tell you the story herself.” — H.E. Jan Šadek, EU Ambassador to Uganda

Join us in congratulating our Founder and CEO, Dr Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, on the audiobook launch of her memoir and charter, Walking With Gorillas, narrated in her own voice!

We greatly thank the sponsors and partners who made this possible.

The evening at Sheraton Kampala's Lake Tent, set against wildlife and forest sounds, brought together reflections from the chief guest H.E. Jan Šadek, EU Ambassador to Uganda; Uganda Tourism Board Chief Executive Officer, Juliana Kaggwa, and Sheraton Hotel General Manager, Jean Philippe Bittencourt.

The launch also had stimulating and thought provoking conversations between author and veteran politician Hon. Matthew Rukikaire; CTPH Board member, Jacqueline Asiimwe; Senior Presidential Advisor for Tourism, Lilly Ajarova; and nature conservationist and tourism enthusiast Talia Birungi; and Dr Gladys' son Tendo Zikusoka.

As highlighted by H.E. Jan Sadek, the European Union Ambassador to Uganda, for over two decades, Dr Gladys and CTPH have worked to break down the artificial barriers between veterinary medicine and public health, conservation and development, and the wellbeing of humans and wildlife.

You can purchase the book here: https://linktr.ee/WalkingWithGorillasAudioBook

Watch the full coverage here: https://youtube.com/live/xe-034HW43I?feature=share

Conservation Through Public Health joins the people of Tooro Kingdom and all Ugandans in mourning the passing of His Maj...
28/08/2026

Conservation Through Public Health joins the people of Tooro Kingdom and all Ugandans in mourning the passing of His Majesty Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV.

He liked wildlife and visited the mountain gorillas of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

We extend our deepest condolences to the Royal Family and the entire Tooro Kingdom during this time of profound loss.

Photo by New vision

28/08/2026

How many push-ups can you do in 2 minutes?

Our is rising strong in the !

Since the Challenge began, has proudly completed the knowledge quiz, demonstrating sharp understanding of conservation and ranger duties; push-ups and sit-ups, showcasing strength, endurance, and discipline, qualities essential for daily patrols.

Each activity has reinforced morale, unity, and determination. These milestones reflect the daily realities of ranger life: staying fit, staying sharp, and staying united.

The highlight of the Challenge is the 21-kilometre race, symbolising the long distances rangers walk each day to patrol and protect wildlife.

So, can YOU do what a ranger does?

Tag a friend, or try 10 push-ups yourself! Then help us support the rangers behind the challenge. Every donation is matched, so your support is doubled!

Donate: https://wildlife.rangerchallenge.org/campaigns/conservation-through-public-health-2026

Meet Joshua Twinamasiko, one of the Bwindi rangers and the captain this year.Joshua was born the same year Bwindi beca...
27/08/2026

Meet Joshua Twinamasiko, one of the Bwindi rangers and the captain this year.

Joshua was born the same year Bwindi became a national park and grew up inspired by his father's work with the first gorilla researchers in Uganda. Today, he spends his days tracking gorillas through the forest and once even helped save a baby gorilla caught in a poacher's snare.

Rangers like Joshua are the reason for the success of mountain gorilla conservation. Support them this . Every donation is matched, so your gift goes twice as far.

Donate: https://wildlife.rangerchallenge.org/campaigns/conservation-through-public-health-2026

Rangers protect Bwindi Impenetrable National Park’s mountain gorillas every day. Through the , we make sure they have w...
26/08/2026

Rangers protect Bwindi Impenetrable National Park’s mountain gorillas every day. Through the , we make sure they have what they need to do their duty safely.

Over the years, funds raised through the Challenge have gone directly toward equipping and supporting Bwindi's rangers. Last year alone, through funds from the Challenge, we provided UGX 113 million (USD 31,000) worth of equipment to the Uganda Wildlife Authority, including 450 sets of rain gear, 33 smartphones, and 33 power banks, helping rangers stay protected, connected, and ready for the demands of their work.

But this support can't be where it ends. Rangers still need more: more safety equipment and more training to help them out in their day-to-day duty.

This year, is back in the , and your donation can help us do even more who make our conservation work possible. Every donation is matched, doubling your impact.

Donate today: https://wildlife.rangerchallenge.org/campaigns/conservation-through-public-health-2026.

"Every second is critical during an injury, and it is risky when you don't have such backup." -Joshua Twinamasiko, Range...
07/08/2026

"Every second is critical during an injury, and it is risky when you don't have such backup."
-Joshua Twinamasiko, Ranger, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Across Africa, fewer than 40% of rangers have insurance, and less than 60% have adequate health and safety training. Your donation, during this can help change that, providing first aid kits, safety training, and more for the rangers protecting Bwindi's gorillas. And every donation is matched, so your support is doubled.

Donate: https://wildlife.rangerchallenge.org/campaigns/conservation-through-public-health-2026

Next week, our rangers take on the Push-Up Challenge. Stay tuned!

Big congratulations to our Founder and CEO, Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, for being named a CNN Hero for 2026!This recogni...
05/08/2026

Big congratulations to our Founder and CEO, Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, for being named a CNN Hero for 2026!

This recognition brings more attention to our approach to gorilla conservation and its importance, especially in the current state of the world, where we are faced with increasing human-animal contact and climate change.

The health and wellbeing of people, animals, and the environment are interconnected and cannot be treated separately. Illness can spread from humans to wildlife and vice versa. Plus, when the environment is destroyed, both humans and animals are left exposed to disease and extreme weather conditions like floods and drought caused by climate change.

Through involving communities in conservation, we have learnt that it enables them to appreciate the natural world around them and gives them a sense of ownership of conservation solutions.

"...this shows the people that we care, not just about the gorillas, but also about them. Engaging local communities is how we ensure that gorillas are always protected… as long as people in the community see the gorillas as their future, the numbers will keep growing."

Dr Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, Founder and CEO, Conservation Through Public Health.

This nomination belongs to every supporter, community volunteer, ranger, and farmer who has walked this journey with us since 2003. THANK YOU!❤️

Join us in celebrating this milestone by supporting our work. Every donation, no matter the size, helps us continue protecting endangered mountain gorillas, improving community health, and empowering local people to become champions of conservation.

Donate here: https://www.pledge.to/cnn-heroes-gladys-kalema-zikusoka

Watch the CNN Heroes announcement:
https://edition.cnn.com/2026/07/30/world/video/gladys-kalema-zikusoka-conservation-through-public-health-cnnheroes

Read the CNN Heroes feature:
https://edition.cnn.com/2026/07/31/world/gladys-kalema-zikusoka-conservation-through-public-health-cnnheroes?mc_cid=79c50c6fcf&mc_eid=UNIQID



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Ministry of Health- Uganda
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Quiz results are in! Our rangers are working hard this Wildlife Ranger Challenge, and have tackled tough wildlife know...
03/08/2026

Quiz results are in! Our rangers are working hard this Wildlife Ranger Challenge, and have tackled tough wildlife knowledge questions in a quiz alongside 80 teams across Africa. This is one of many challenges they're taking on this season to raise support in Bwindi. Proud of their effort. Next stop: Push-up Challenge!

Without people, conservation efforts fail. We do not know how we could achieve our mission without the Uganda Wildlife A...
31/07/2026

Without people, conservation efforts fail.

We do not know how we could achieve our mission without the Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers, of Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga National Parks.

These rangers have been at the forefront of preventing human-wildlife conflict, monitoring gorilla health, promoting conservation education in communities, and preventing the destruction of the Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga National Parks. These are just some of the many things they do, and we are grateful.

Yet despite this impact, rangers are inadequately recognised. Many work in harsh, hazardous conditions with limited resources and face threats from armed poachers. Injury, disease, and death are also not uncommon in their line of duty, and still, half of all rangers in Africa have no life insurance to protect themselves or their families.

World Ranger Day commemorates Rangers killed or injured in the line of duty and celebrates the work they do to conserve Earth's biodiversity.

Will you donate to provide them with the resources they need to do their work safely and efficiently? 💚

https://wildlife.rangerchallenge.org/campaigns/conservation-through-public-health-2026



You might have seen our posts about the Wildlife Ranger Challenge and wondered, “What exactly is the Wildlife Ranger Cha...
27/07/2026

You might have seen our posts about the Wildlife Ranger Challenge and wondered, “What exactly is the Wildlife Ranger Challenge?" and “Why is CTPH posting about it now?”.

This is going to be a long one, please don’t scroll.

Did you know?

Across Africa, nearly 40% of rangers lack the right communication tools to do their job safely, fewer than 40% have insurance, and less than 60% have adequate health and safety training.

The Wildlife Ranger Challenge, organised by Tusk, is a way for us to raise the vital funds to support rangers with the things they need to do their work safely and effectively.

In Bwindi, for example, Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers need durable and good-quality communication devices during gorilla tracking and gorilla health monitoring. It helps them communicate with each other about where gorilla families are, AND communicate with each other in case they get emergencies in the dense, often dangerous Bwindi Forest. Another of the many things they need is rain gear to keep them protected from the rain as they do their duty. (It rains a lot in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park because it is a rainforest!).

These are just some of the few things they need, and some of the few reasons that motivate us to participate in the Wildlife Ranger Challenge every year. Because without the rangers, the last remaining 1063 mountain gorillas on earth will have no protectors.

Will you consider helping us raise these vital funds ?

💚Donate: https://wildlife.rangerchallenge.org/campaigns/conservation-through-public-health-2026

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