Coalition of African Animal Welfare Organisations

04/03/2026

As we reflect on World Wildlife Day, CAAWO reiterates its dedication to Africa's unparalleled biodiversity. 'One Health' framework ensures that conservation efforts are integrated with human wellbeing and environmental sustainability, creating lasting impact.

23/02/2026

The latest FMD outbreaks in South Africa highlight the urgent need for a shift in agricultural policy. Our new blog examines how industrial animal agriculture contributes to disease spread and calls for systemic changes that benefit animal welfare, human health, and economic resilience.
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19/11/2025

Did you know that improving animal welfare can dramatically reduce the need for antimicrobials in farming? Healthier animals mean fewer infections and less antibiotic use – a win for animal health, food safety, and combating AMR!

This , CAAWO joins the global call: “Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future.” Better housing, nutrition, and animal care are powerful tools to prevent antimicrobial resistance.

Learn more about the vital link between animal welfare and AMR: https://wfa.org/WAAW25/

Together, let's build a healthier future for all.

03/11/2025

Join us for an inspiring global conversation on Sustainable Human-Animal Interactions!
Monday, November 3

10 AM (New York time) | 4 PM (South Africa)

As we observe One Health Day, explore how the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental wellbeing can drive meaningful change. This free virtual webinar, part of the "Voices from the Afforestation Frontlines" series supporting UNEA-7, features global experts sharing innovative strategies for ethical coexistence and resilient ecosystems.

Featuring:
– Dr Kimmy Cushman –
– Julia Adamson – of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas
– Wolf Gordon Clifton –
– Tozie Zokufa –
– Adeline Lerambert –
– Varda Mehrotra –
– Isaac Maina –
– Femke den Haas –
– Pei F. Su –

Hosted by , in collaboration with of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas, & .

Let’s reimagine the future of human-animal relationships — for the planet, for communities and for all living beings.

Register now (it's free!) and be part of advancing sustainable solutions: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/sustainable-human-animal-interactions-tickets-1744244254519?aff=erelexpmlt

13/10/2025

What a week at !

Together with colleagues from the Federation for Animals, we brought regional expertise and evidence-based solutions to key UN resolutions in New York.

We made the case: integrating animal welfare into the drives progress on climate, health, biodiversity, and livelihoods.

Better animal welfare = better future for all.

06/10/2025

This week, we join fellow Federation for Animals colleagues from around the world in New York for .

The evidence is clear: integrating animal welfare into international policy delivers measurable progress on climate, health, biodiversity, and livelihoods.

Follow along to see how we are contributing to discussions on key resolutions expected for adoption this session.

https://wfa.org/bringing-animal-welfare-to-the-80th-session-of-the-un-general-assembly/

Learn how the World Federation for Animals brings animal welfare in key UNGA 80 resolutions on agriculture, biodiversity, and sustainable consumption to support the Sustainable Development Goals.

02/10/2025

It is with heavy hearts that we at the Coalition of African Animal Welfare Organisations (CAAWO) mourn the passing of Dr Jane Goodall. A true pioneer, her groundbreaking research and unwavering dedication to conservation transformed our understanding of the natural world. Her legacy of community-centred conservation, which empowers local communities to protect their environment and its inhabitants, deeply resonates with our mission at CAAWO.

Dr Goodall's work was a powerful reminder that the well-being of animals, people, and the environment is interconnected. As we honour her memory, we reaffirm our commitment to advancing this holistic vision across Africa. Her life's work will continue to inspire our efforts to create a sustainable and compassionate future for all.

28/07/2025

🌍 Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future

CAAWO is thrilled to have its Executive Director present *"Echoes of the Ancestors"* at , where we explored how *Indigenous Ecological Knowledge (IEK)* can revolutionise Africa’s sustainability efforts. From climate-resilient agriculture rooted in pastoralist traditions to ethnoveterinary breakthroughs, IEK isn’t just history—it’s a roadmap for ethical, effective solutions.

18/07/2025

As Executive Director of the Coalition of African Animal Welfare Organisations (CAAWO), I was honoured to participate in the panel “Thinking Strategically and Pragmatically about Farmed Animal Advocacy in Africa” at Summit Kenya 2025. This discussion addressed the critical need to prevent the rise of factory farming across Africa by building culturally relevant strategies and forging alliances with grassroots and Indigenous efforts. We explored how Africa’s diverse, historical relationship with animals for food must inform advocacy, ensuring interventions are led by local experts with firsthand knowledge. The panel emphasised the importance of synergies between global animal rights movements and African animal welfare initiatives, which often serve as a vital bridge toward recognising animals as sentient beings. By prioritising collaboration and culturally attuned approaches, we can steer food systems toward sustainability and compassion, curbing industrialised agriculture’s spread. CAAWO remains committed to advancing these efforts, amplifying African voices in the global fight for animal welfare. Learn more about our work at www.caawo.org.