Conservation Watch Environment “We must get 30% of earth’s natural resources protected by 2030” The world is paying a heavy price for the exploitation of wild species and wild places, deforestation, uncontrolled expansion of agriculture, intensification of farming, and infrastructure development, says Chris Galliers, President of the International Ranger Federation. Fred Kockott reports Galliers said unbridled exploitation of natural resources modified the interface between people and wildlife, creating a ‘perfect […] Written by rovingreporters August 7, 2020August 9, 2020
Conservation Watch Environment Conservation awards shed light on success stories Winners of the Africa’s prestigious 2020 Rhino Conservation Awards have been officially announced online by Love Africa Marketing to celebrate the people and organisations who work constantly to reduce the threats and increase the sustainability of conservation efforts in Africa. This year, the Rhino Conservation Awards broadened their focus to include those working in endangered […] Written by rovingreporters July 31, 2020July 31, 2020
Conservation Watch Environment Awards honour Africa’s wilderness warriors Winners of Africa’s prestigious 2020 Rhino Conservation Awards are to be announced tomorrow – July 31. Written by rovingreporters July 30, 2020July 30, 2020
Conservation Watch Environment Accolades flow for courageous game rangers The work of exceptionally courageous game rangers comes under the spotlight at the 2020 Rhino Conservation Awards, writes Fred Kockott. Written by rovingreporters July 19, 2020July 19, 2020
Environment Giving the bird: chemical farming’s shocking consequences Our addiction to chemical fertilisers and pesticides has taken a terrible toll on wildlife and human health, writes Dr Andrew Venter Written by RR July 15, 2020July 15, 2020
Conservation Watch Environment Fallen rangers: Deadly militia attack in Virunga Twelve rangers have fallen victim to senseless killings in Africa’s oldest national park. Fred Kockott reports FREE TO REPUBLISH (see terms below) Virunga National Park officials say 17 people were killed in a sustained attack not far from the park’s headquarters. Armed rebel groups involved in poaching and illegal charcoal production are believed to be […] Written by rovingreporters April 25, 2020December 9, 2020
Environment Park expansion holds hope for Africa’s big tuskers Eight of Africa’s remaining 30 “big tuskers” live in South Africa’s Tembe Elephant Park. The park is set to expand by up to 26,000 hectares, allowing its elephant herds to grow. The park is owned and managed by local communities. First published by Mongabay.com Matthew Hattingh and Mlu Mdletshe report DURBAN, South Africa — There […] Written by rovingreporters October 14, 2019November 20, 2019
Environment Wildlife summit targets young Two-hundred young people, community leaders and educators will meet this month to learn how they can help save Africa’s natural treasures. Mlu Mdletshe reports. Written by Mlu Mdletshe September 10, 2019May 29, 2020
Environment Ocean Watch Surfers give a “high five” to increased ocean protection SUPPORTERS of WildOceans “Only This Much” campaign are still riding a wave of excitement following the South African government’s decision to increase protection of the oceans. Written by rovingreporters November 14, 2018November 17, 2019
Environment Ocean Watch South Africa’s oceans get much needed protection The South African government’s approval of an expanded network of 20 Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) has been welcomed as “visionary”, writes FRED KOCKOTT Work on the new approved network of MPAs dates back to 2014, when government endorsed an Operation Phakisa plan to create a viable network of MPAs. “This network of 20 MPAs, approved […] Written by rovingreporters October 26, 2018October 26, 2018