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 […]
A major transformation is underway at Maputo National Park, led by the Mozambique’s National Administration for Conservation Areas (ANAC) in co-management with Peace Parks Foundation and supported by Instituto Camões. Together, this partnership is advancing two priorities essential for long-term conservation: (1) reducing human–wildlife conflict through a redesigned perimeter fence, and (2) expanding […]
The next generation of leaders safeguarding Africa’s natural heritage Since its establishment in 2001 by the late Dr Anton Rupert, the SA College for Tourism has been empowering young men and women from rural communities in transfrontier conservation areas. Through specialised training in hospitality, wildlife […]
Maputo National Park was buzzing with energy as conservation teams from across Mozambique came together for the second annual soccer tournament. Female teams joined the action for the first time, lifting spirits and boosting morale, well-being and unity in support of protecting Mozambique’s biodiversity. The event was facilitated by […]
Conservation thrives when communities are resilient. In Maputo National Park, Mozambique, local committees are learning how to prepare for extreme weather events. It’s an important step in helping communities adapt to climate change. In this PeaceParks.TV episode, we explore how disaster risk management training is equipping people to stay alert and respond effectively, protecting lives and nature. From […]
Communities living alongside Limpopo National Park are no longer dependent on rainwater to grow crops, thanks to a new irrigation system that enables production right through the dry season. In Massingir, the project team prepared the land and installed irrigation equipment. “They gave us 17 […]
Government, community leaders and conservation partners formed a powerful alliance to help people and wildlife live side by side across Southern Africa. Watch this episode of PeaceParks.TV to learn how experts across sectors are rewriting the story of human-wildlife coexistence to foster peace between humans […]
Children are witnessing change for good as their schools receive new classrooms, teacher houses, an administrative block, proper sanitation and running water. Madjedjane and Matchia primary schools are being transformed, promising children a safer, more focused learning environment. For years, lessons often took place outside. […]
For the first time, Malawian communities in the vicinity of Nyika National Park and Vwaza Marsh Wildlife Reserve have access to reliable and safe drinking water. By improving their access to water, the project supports livelihoods and strengthens the community’s desire to care for the […]
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 […]
Peace Parks Foundation Sweden recently united Swedish painter Karin Holmström and South African-based wildlife photographer Jytte Fredholm Ferreira in a distinctive artistic collaboration inspired by a shared love for wildlife. Seeing the potential for a great partnership, Peace Parks arranged a virtual introduction between the […]
Zambia’s Simalaha Community Conservancy is advancing conservation agriculture by equipping local farmers with the tools and skills needed to grow nature-friendly crops. Among these is chilli, which is gaining popularity both as a resilient crop and a practical solution for reducing human-wildlife conflict. Farmers in […]
This week on PeaceParks.TV, we visit the town of Mapai in Mozambique, where community members, government officials, traditional leaders and Peace Parks staff came together for the district’s first land use planning workshop. The workshop is part of a national plan to connect Limpopo, Banhine […]
This week on PeaceParks.TV, we visit the Simalaha Community Conservancy in Zambia, where the Simalaha Smart Park Project is in full swing. Funded by the German Postcode Lottery, the project includes various components that promote peaceful human-wildlife coexistence through smart technologies. Through the project, Peace […]