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A proposed ban on the import and export of hunting trophies in France has been defeated for now, highlighting the contentious debate over trophy hunting’s role in wildlife conservation. Supporters argue that countries utilizing trophy hunting, like Botswana and Namibia, often see thriving populations of CITES-listed species, while opponents claim the ban’s reliance on biased reports lacks scientific validity.
Expanding knowledge horizons in community conservation Collecting, collating and analysing data for the purposes of adaptive management and transparent reporting to external stakeholders is one… Read More »Expanding knowledge horizons in community conservation
Addressing power imbalances in community conservation One of the most challenging aspects of community-based natural resource management (CBNRM) is walking the tightrope between the many… Read More »Addressing power imbalances in community conservation
The European Union’s revised Action Plan Against Wildlife Trafficking faces challenges from populist anti-hunting campaigns, raising concerns about the alignment of member states with effective wildlife conservation policies. To combat illegal wildlife trade successfully, there must be a collaborative approach that respects sustainable use principles and encourages joint efforts between Africa and Europe.
Linking Human Rights Movements to Community Conservation By Resource Africa In this third article based on the recent Community Conservation Horizon Scan, welook at how… Read More »Linking Human Rights Movements to Community Conservation
Risks to Conservation, Rights and Livelihoods – Executive Summary [Click to view the full report as a PDF] The Hunting Trophies (Import Prohibition) Bill, currently… Read More »Policy Brief: The Hunting Trophies (Import Prohibition) Bill
Celebrating Africa Day by Creating an African Agenda for Environmental Conservation By Resource Africa Africa Day is celebrated on the 25th of May each year,… Read More »Celebrating Africa Day by Creating an African Agenda for Environmental Conservation
A Southern African view on the UN Decade on Restoration By Resource Africa Natural ecosystems support life on earth, whether one lives in a city… Read More »A Southern African view on the UN Decade on Restoration
Discover how communities can leverage the Kumming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework to enhance local conservation efforts and secure funding through Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs). By collaborating with NGOs and utilizing innovative monitoring strategies, community-based organizations can strengthen their capacity to protect biodiversity while achieving sustainable development goals.
Join Resource Africa at the UN Convention on Biological Diversity in Montreal as they advocate for community-based natural resource management (CBNRM) and the rights of indigenous people. By highlighting the successful CBNRM model, they emphasize the importance of empowering local communities to drive meaningful conservation efforts and achieve biodiversity targets globally.