From cattle hide to ranger boot: finding new value in what already exists

Mozambique’s first Big Five national park didn’t happen overnight. It took years of preparation, multiple rhino translocations and a final 1,650-kilometre journey across southern Africa to reach this moment. The arrival of nine female white rhinos from South Africa’s Manketti Game Reserve to Mozambique’s Zinave […]

A story of partnership, patience and purpose  Across the plains of southern Mozambique, a once-silent wilderness is stirring again. After years of commitment and collaboration, Banhine National Park is being reborn, continuing a story of restoration that began in another corner of the country.  Not long ago, Maputo National Park stood on the brink of emptiness. Today, it thrives […]

Rescued from the devastation of poaching, orphaned baby rhinos are finding new hope at Care for Wild Rhino Sanctuary, where they can regain their mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.   In this PeaceParks.TV episode, we learn more about the journey of orphaned rhinos – from […]

In this heartwarming PeaceParks.TV episode, we visit Care for Wild Rhino Sanctuary, the world’s largest sanctuary for orphaned rhinos. At the sanctuary, orphaned baby rhinos that have been rescued receive  around-the-clock care, including bottle feeding, medical treatment and protection – the nurturing support they need […]

In this PeaceParks.TV film, we take you behind the scenes of a landmark conservation achievement: the return of a Black rhino founder population to Mozambique after more than five decades of local extinction.  This historic translocation saw 10 critically endangered black rhinos (five male and […]

Meet Dusty – Mozambique’s very own James Bond of the wild! This expert navigator of ecological corridors has been roaming the vast landscapes of Mozambique’s Great Limpopo Transfrontier Conservation Area. In this PeaceParks.TV episode, a team of wildlife veterinarians from the Mozambique Wildlife Alliance is […]

For a long time, the value of cattle hide was often overlooked, despite its potential to create additional income for households. Today, this resource is being turned into leather goods such as ranger boots, belts and hats, creating new income opportunities for local families in […]

Healthy mangroves mean stronger coastlines, safer livelihoods and more resilient communities. On this World Mangrove Day, this story from Maputo National Park shows what becomes possible when communities, government and conservation partners work together to restore nature for the benefit of both people and wildlife. […]

The tourism and conservation sectors depend on skilled people to support protected areas, tourism businesses and local livelihoods. Through the SA College for Tourism, young people from rural communities gain specialised training in hospitality, wildlife tracking and rhino protection, preparing them for careers in the tourism and conservation sectors.  Supported by Peace Parks Foundation, the college provides comprehensive hospitality training – including front-of-house service and housekeeping – helping graduates secure long-term employment as trackers, chefs, lodge staff and managers across protected areas and tourism destinations.   Their stories show […]

Across the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Conservation Area, partners are working to reconnect the landscape between Limpopo and Banhine national parks through a designated ecological connectivity area. While this helps restore natural wildlife movement and strengthen the wider landscape, it also brings people and wildlife into […]

During the floods in Mozambique in January, families farming along the Shingwedzi and Limpopo rivers lost far more than their homes and stored food. They also lost their crops, placing this year’s harvest at risk. When the government declared a state of emergency and called […]

William Wibilo is turning his training in aquafarming into a business, and a future.  After studying aquafarming, he’s now launching a shrimp and fish business in Mozambique’s Maputo National Park, using a business kit designed to help him grow something that lasts. He’s one of many local entrepreneurs taking this […]

Healthy coastal ecosystems help protect biodiversity, strengthen resilience to climate change and support the livelihoods of coastal communities. In Maputo National Park, partners are restoring these natural systems along the Maputo Bay coastline by removing invasive species and reintroducing indigenous vegetation to degraded dune areas. […]

Today marks World Bee Day, a reminder that healthy landscapes depend on pollinators. Bees play a vital role in supporting forests, biodiversity, food production and rural livelihoods. When bee populations decline, the effects are felt across entire ecosystems. In Zambia’s Mulobezi District, forests and bees […]

Some rare and fascinating creatures are expected to be discovered in Mozambique in a series of quick biodiversity surveys, known as BioBlitzes, currently underway across nine sites in Limpopo, Banhine and Zinave national parks. The surveys will show what species live in these areas, including those less commonly observed.   Watch this PeaceParks.TV episode to find out how the survey works and catch on-the-ground glimpses of some of the creatures already spotted so far.  While not every creature residing in these areas is expected to be captured, the scientists, […]

Local communities in southern Mozambique are taking action to protect and restore nature in Maputo National Park – one of the most biologically diverse and threatened ecoregions on Earth.  Recently declared a World Heritage Site, the park’s new status represents a major milestone in the […]

In this episode, we join our bush encyclopedia, Hannes van Wyk, who is our go-to person on all things nature! Here, Hannes tackles the burning question: Frog VS Scorpion – who would win in a battle for survival?   Watch this episode to find out […]

In this episode of PeaceParks.TV, we ask Aviation Manager and Chief Pilot, Hannes van Wyk, what’s something small in nature that makes a big impact?  Known as our bush encyclopedia, Hannes has the answer to just about any nature-related question in our #AskHannes video series.  […]

From DIY in the office, checking up on the latest tourism developments in Maputo National Park, 4x4ing through Banhine or wild camping in Limpopo – when Antony’s around, adventure is never far away!

Brian is a Conservancy Assistant who works with farming communities in the Simalaha Community Conservancy in Zambia.

Careen is a scout in Simalaha Community Conservancy whose passion and knowledge for the environment that she works in, never fails to leave us inspired!

Gordon’s passion for community development and biodiversity conservation shines through in his incredible knowledge about southern Africa.

Hannes is the Aviation Manager and Chief Pilot for Peace Parks Foundation, and his job is probably the envy of many.

Hunter works in Limpopo National Park, keeping wildlife away from camp and providing companionship for the rangers.

Johalize is a conservation planner responsible for scoping out new areas for tourism development.

Lésa communicates the importance of the Peace Parks Foundation work, through reinvented conservation narratives and emotionally and intellectually engaging footage.

Lilian’s 20-year journey working in nature conservation and sustainable development has provided extensive experience in connecting funding at scale to programmes that deliver clear impact.

When Norman isn’t out managing patrols and looking for illegal activities in the field, you can find him training Nyika’s canine handlers and their four-legged furry rangers or tending to his orchids which he successfully hand-pollinated using a Q-Tip…impressive, right?

Cecilia Hertz, Founder and Managing Director of Umbilical Design, is the visionary behind Space for Wildlife. The project bridges the gap between space technology and conservation, aiming to protect Africa’s wildlife and guardians of nature using advanced insights and design.

A project with BirdLife SA has seen Zinave become the largest Vulture Safe Zone in southern Africa.

Success within conservation areas comes from working with communities.

How students in China are helping rhino conservation through innovative design.

How you can earn money and invest in conservation at the same time!

Challenges and achievements in constructing Maputo National Park’s new beachside eco-lodge.

This week on PeaceParks.TV, we showcase the impact of our work in Zambia during a visit by the Swedish Board of Peace Parks and demonstrate the support we provide to the Southern African Wildlife College in South Africa.   “With the Swedish Board’s support, we are […]

Peace Parks Foundation hosts dedicated donors, the board of the Swedish Postcode Association, on an enlightening and adventurous field visit to Zinave and Maputo national parks. The trip highlights the impact of their invaluable contribution to immense efforts on the ground.

The Postcode Lottery Group gets to see first-hand how their funding has helped conservation on the ground.

The Postcode Lottery Group learn how the SAWC is at the forefront of people-centred conservation.

The Postcode Lottery Group head to Kruger to learn about ground-breaking counter-poaching initiatives.

CEO of Peace Parks Foundation reveals his top five Peace Parks TV films of 2021. Coming in at #1…