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Community Game Ranching: Zambia’s Answer to the Illegal Bushmeat Trade
In this article, find out how community game ranching could provide sustainable livelihoods while reducing the demand for illegally sourced bushmeat. Through TINAG’s support to the Chitimbwa Iyendwe Conservation Project, communities are gaining practical exposure to successful game farming models and exploring how wildlife can become a source of income, food security and long-term conservation.
ECJ Cohort Three Embarks on Transformative Lower Zambezi Field Experience
In this article, explore how WCP’s Environmental Crimes Journalism Fellowship is equipping Zambian journalists with practical knowledge to report on environmental governance, mining and conservation. Cohort Three’s field visit to Chirundu and the Lower Zambezi offered firsthand insights into the ecological and economic value of protected areas and the importance of evidence-based environmental journalism.
How General Management Plans are Shaping the Future of Zambia’s Wildlife and Tourism
Zambia’s General Management Plans are providing a long-term roadmap for strengthening wildlife conservation, guiding sustainable tourism, and improving community participation across protected areas. Developed through years of stakeholder engagement, the plans aim to balance the protection of Zambia’s natural ecosystems with economic development and community needs.
Inside the Student Conference on Conservation Science – Redefining Conservation
At the 25th Student Conference on Conservation Science (SCCS) in Cambridge, a new generation of conservationists highlighted a powerful shift in the field: conservation is no longer just about studying nature, but about understanding and influencing human behaviour. From innovative approaches to tackling illegal wildlife trade to community-driven solutions for coexistence, SCCS 2026 showcased how science, technology, and people-centred strategies are redefining the future of conservation.
New Study Highlights Critical Role of Veterinarians in Pangolin Rescue
A new study presented at the 82nd Veterinary Association of Zambia AGM and Scientific Conference, showcases the vital role veterinarians play in the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of pangolins rescued from the illegal wildlife trade. The study emphasises the importance of specialised veterinary care, stronger collaboration in wildlife conservation, and ongoing efforts by WCP Zambia and the Department of National Parks and Wildlife to protect one of the world’s most trafficked mammals.
Saving Spots: A New Study Shows How Synthetic Furs Are Helping Leopards Recover in Zambia
A new study finds that Panthera’s Furs for Life program has helped support leopard populations in Zambia while offering a framework to measure the effectiveness of demand-reduction conservation strategies.
Pangolin Sculpture Unveiled at KKIA Under ‘Worth More Alive’ Campaign
A new pangolin sculpture at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport marks the latest milestone in the “Worth More Alive” campaign, using art to engage travellers in the fight against wildlife crime. As one of the world’s most trafficked mammals, the pangolin takes centre stage in raising awareness and encouraging the public to play a role in protecting Zambia’s wildlife.
An Idea on the Move: From Solwezi to Kasama for the Pangolins
From Solwezi to Kasama, an idea is taking shape—one that places traditional healers and community leaders at the heart of pangolin conservation. In a two-day workshop, conversations moved beyond awareness to possibility, exploring how cultural influence and local leadership can help protect one of the world’s most trafficked mammals. What began as a bold approach is slowly growing into a network of change rooted in trust, respect, and shared purpose.
Rising Temperatures: A Growing Threat to Zambia’s Wildlife
Rising temperatures and shifting rainfall patterns are placing increasing pressure on Zambia’s wildlife, revealing climate change as a growing threat to ecosystems, species survival, and conservation efforts. In this article, we explore how these environmental changes are impacting vulnerable species, disrupting habitats, and challenging conservation efforts, while highlighting the urgent need for climate-resilient solutions to protect both wildlife and communities.
NPA and Partners Mark International Day of Forests with Pupils at Nkhwazi Primary School
Marking the International Day of Forests 2026, National Prosecution Authority in partnership with the Forestry Department, Wildlife Environmental Conservation Society of Zambia, and WCP Zambia, engaged pupils at Nkhwazi Primary School with a powerful message: protecting forests is key to sustaining communities, economies, and future generations.