(Posted 16th November 2023)
Nyungwe National Park celebrated the third anniversary of the management agreement between African Parks and the Rwanda Development Board with the release of a captivating film. Meanwhile, Matusadona National Park in Zambia introduced the scenic Jenje Bush Camp, situated at the convergence of the Jenje and Biriwiri rivers.
Balancing Conservation and Community Development
African Parks is establishing strong relationships with communities in and around Badingilo and Boma national parks, South Sudan, to ensure conservation objectives and sustainable development goals. Read our latest blog, which explores the next steps in creating a viable land-use plan that considers both conservation and biodiversity conservation.
Nyungwe Celebrates 3 Years
It’s been three years since African Parks and the Rwanda Development Board signed a management agreement for Nyungwe National Park, with the goal being to restore and protect wildlife, engage with local communities, and create sustainable tourism that guarantees the park’s long-term financial viability. Watch a short film that celebrates the park and showcases its growth and long-term vision.
Matusadona’s Jenje Camp
Located at the confluence of the Jenje and Biriwiri rivers, Matusadona National Park, Zimbabwe, recently opened its latest addition – the Jenje Bush Camp. The camp is strategically positioned along a wildlife highway where one can see herds of elephant and groups of kudu crossing the riverbed sands that surround the Jenje Bush Camp. This new camp will further drive tourism in Matusadona, creating much-needed revenue for local communities.
Afrika Odyssey Expedition
The Afrika Odyssey Expedition team, led by Kingsley Holgate, renowned conservationist and explorer, is travelling through 22 parks managed by African Parks. The team will provide humanitarian aid to communities living around these parks, raise biodiversity conservation awareness, and document cultures, traditions, and historic places of interest. Follow this incredible journey on Facebook.
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