The majestic and iconic pink flamingos roam the lakes of East Africa in spectacular colonies, offering breathtaking views to amazed onlookers. However, a recent study by King’s College London reveals a grim reality. These iconic birds are facing increasing threats from rising lake levels as a result of climate change.
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Congo Basin: certified forests, a refuge for wildlife
A recent study published in the journal Nature on 10 April 2024 provides encouraging news for biodiversity conservation in the Congo Basin. Led by Utrecht University in the Netherlands, with the support of the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), the research highlights the positive impact of Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified forests on the region’s wildlife.
AFRICA: IUCN wants to fund biodiversity conservation projects
The French Committee of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is launching a call for projects to support initiatives led by civil society. This call specifically targets the funding and implementation of field projects focusing on biodiversity conservation and/or nature-based solutions (NBS), in response to the crucial challenges of adapting to and mitigating climate change.
KENYA: unveiling of the COP16 logo, a symbol of hope for biodiversity
At an event held on 28 February 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya, Colombia unveiled the official logo for COP16 on biodiversity at the sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly. The logo, inspired by the Inírida flower, embodies the spirit of the conference and underlines the country’s commitment to biodiversity conservation.
SOUTH AFRICA: intensive lion and rhino farming now banned
The South African government has just given the green light to a series of policies aimed at putting an end to the intensive breeding of lions and the commercial breeding of rhinos. This decision marks a significant step forward in wildlife conservation in South Africa, after many years of debate and consultation.
Botswana threatens to send 20000 elephants to Germany: background to a tense situation
The President of Botswana, Mokgweetsi Masisi, recently made a provocative statement, threatening to send 20,000 elephants to Berlin in response to a possible ban on the import of hunting trophies to Germany. The threat follows growing tensions between the two countries over Botswana’s elephant hunting policy.
ZIMBABWE: the government declares a state of national disaster in the face of drought
Zimbabwe declared a state of national disaster on Wednesday 3 April 2024 due to the devastating drought that has hit large parts of southern Africa. President Emmerson Mnangagwa issued an urgent appeal for humanitarian aid, pointing out that more than 80% of the country is experiencing below-normal rainfall, leaving millions in need of food assistance.
AFRICA: a report identifies the main culprits of air pollution
A report published on 2 April 2024 by Greenpeace Africa and Greenpeace MENA highlights the extent of air pollution in Africa, identifying the main culprits and underlining the serious repercussions on public health and the environment. Entitled « Air Pollution in Africa: The Main Culprits Unmasked », the document provides an overview of the sources of air pollution in the region and calls for urgent action to mitigate this growing crisis.
CAR: wildlife population on the rise in the Chinko reserve
The 2023 annual count in the Chinko biodiversity reserve in the Central African Republic (CAR) reveals an increase in wild animal populations, marking a positive trend for biodiversity conservation in the region.
Tanzania’s Elephant Hunting Permits Draw Criticism from Kenya
Tensions rise as Tanzania issues three new elephant hunting permits, sparking outrage from Kenya, particularly regarding the preservation of rare « Super Tuskers » – majestic elephants with tusks weighing up to 45 kilograms.