African People & Wildlife

"You cannot adapt to lost cultures, you cannot adapt to lost traditions, you cannot adapt to lost history, you cannot adapt to starvation. You cannot adapt to extinction." – Vanessa Nakate, youth climate leader Climate change isn't optional. We need urgent, collective action today for nature and for people. At African People & Wildlife, our programs—like Living Walls, Women's Beekeeping, and Sustainable Rangelands—prevent the loss of wildlife and cultural heritage by reducing human-wildlife conflict, supporting rural livelihoods, and conserving natural resources. In partnership with communities, we act now to save what cannot be replaced. 📷: Marcus Westberg

On #RuralWomenDay, we honor the crucial role rural women play in finding the balance for nature and communities. Their efforts in climate resilience, biodiversity conservation, and hands-on management of natural resources are vital—but rarely an easy path. From pursuing sustainable livelihoods to caring for the land, they shape a stronger, healthier future for all. See how we're working to uplift rural women as conservationists and leaders: https://loom.ly/HOUVvYU 📷: Emmily Tunuka/African People & Wildlife

With the honey harvest behind them, Mama Asali beekeepers are stepping into a new season of growth! First up: sharpening their leadership skills with conflict management training. Next, we're introducing women’s health education to help keep communities strong and informed. And to top it off, we'll soon start a business development refresher and coaching training, helping these eco-friendly entrepreneurs take their honey business to the next level. Get a full picture of our Women's Beekeeping Initiative: https://loom.ly/uMiMWD4 📷: Emily Paul/African People & Wildlife

We recently wrapped up a refresher training for community livestock health workers from 20 villages under the Land for Life project in Longido district. The focus was on improving coordination at all levels—ward, district, regional—with participants exchanging knowledge and agreeing to collaborate to enhance livestock husbandry. Healthy animals are the foundation of thriving livelihoods, and no one knows this better than Thomas Noah, a community livestock worker trained through the Land for Life project. With his new skills, Thomas has helped countless families in Noondoto by improving the health of their herds—boosting milk and meat production, preventing disease, and creating stronger household economies. Read more about Thomas and the positive impact he’s making thanks to a holistic approach to conservation: https://loom.ly/Uvkm14c 📷: Neovitus Sianga/African People & Wildlife

Tomorrow is the last day to apply! ⚠️ Through our African Women in Conservation Initiative, we're offering a mentorship opportunity for 8 young Tanzanian women to sharpen their skills. Participants will work alongside our team in community-based conservation programs, gaining hands-on experience and guidance from mentors in the field. - Location: Noloholo Environmental Center - Duration: 3 months; first cohort starts Oct. 14th - What's Covered: Room, board, and travel costs - Deadline to Apply: Sept 30, 2024 Get details, requirements, and instructions: https://loom.ly/HOCHYUA

💡 How are collaborative workshops transforming cotton farming in Africa? Learning together, expanding perspectives, and reflecting on processes—this is what Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) focuses on through its collaborative workshops and cross-sector training. 💪 In 2023, CmiA organized regional workshops, Innovations Club meetings, and a pilot training with African People & Wildlife (APW) for consultants and employees from partner companies in Tanzania and Zambia. 🌱 Younoussa IMOROU ALI, CmiA Consultant for West and Central Africa, highlights the importance of bringing together CmiA-verified partners to share knowledge and develop practical, impactful solutions. 🌍 Dr. Ben Sekamatte, an agricultural expert from Uganda, notes that thanks to these exchanges the collaboration among cotton companies is growing, driven by new challenges like climate change and social issues. 🦁 The APW pilot training was a unique opportunity for CmiA participants to learn about wildlife conservation and community engagement in Northern Tanzania. They explored how traditional knowledge and modern technology can be combined to address human-wildlife conflicts. Alais Ole-Morindat, Director of the ACTIVE™ program at APW, emphasizes the importance of involving local communities in sustainable agricultural practices and how such collaborations can lead to innovative solutions. #CottonMadeInAfrica #SustainableFarming #Innovation #CollaborativeLearning #Agriculture #Sustainability #KnowledgeSharing #Empowerment #ClimateAction #WildlifeConservation #AfricanPeopleAndWildife

🌿 Mentorship Opportunity for Tanzanian Women 🌿 Through our African Women in Conservation Initiative, we're offering a mentorship opportunity for 8 young Tanzanian women to sharpen their skills. Participants will work alongside our team in community-based conservation programs, gaining hands-on experience and guidance from mentors in the field. - Location: Noloholo Environmental Center - Duration: 3 months; first cohort starts Oct. 14th - What's Covered: Room, board, and travel costs ⚠️ Deadline to Apply: Sept 30, 2024 Get details, requirements, and instructions: https://loom.ly/HOCHYUA

Coexistence looks good in gold and silver! Hongereni sana to both Tarangire teams made up of Community Game Scouts. We are so proud to see you celebrated as champions (again!) of the Wildlife Ranger Challenge. When asked about the training that goes into a race like this, here's what Patrol Commander Ezekiel Loserian has to say: "We have received a lot of support from the WRC, and we continue to practice with joy and not with punishment. Sometimes it feels like we need to train harder after winning in past years, but I like the motivation. We are stronger – and faster – by running every day before patrols." 🥇 Tarangire Ecosystem Team (B) in 2:06:12 | Rangers: Alex Kipii, Saruni Piikini, Jackson Thomas, Tendee Masangusi 🥈 Tarangire Ecosystem Team (A) in 2:08:30 | Rangers: Ezekiel Loserian, Ramadhani Mustafa, Masudi Nasiru, Milya Hodati

We're rolling out a new star of the show! "Twiga: Sentinels of Engaruka" is a community-centric film collaboration with Director Hans Cosmas Ngoteya, Assistant Director and Production Manager Emily Paul, Cinematographer Edger Msyani, and Co-producer Aidan Williams. Get to know the Masai giraffe and the unique connection to the Maasai people. What does the future hold for coexistence — and how can conservation make a difference? Be part of the journey when you follow the documentary on Instagram for behind-the-scenes content, special clips, and photos. @twiga.engaruka.film https://lnkd.in/giNZ-y4i

Cheers to the rangeland conservation efforts of Muryamunyi, Lelek, and Muriatata villages in the Greater Lake Natron landscape! With support from APW as part of the Land for Life initiative, these communities are scaling up their management to a landscape level and working together to harmonize grazing plans beyond individual villages—ensuring a sustainable balance between livelihoods, wildlife, and habitat needs. Read more about the initiative: https://loom.ly/oijLd8w This collaborative approach is a key step toward monitoring and addressing the challenges of communal rangelands and safeguarding the future of this shared landscape. 📷: APW team (1), Laly Lichtenfeld (2), Greg Armfield / WWF-UK (3)