From Trauma to Triumph: The Journey of a Rescued Pangolin

From Trauma to Triumph: The Journey of a Rescued Pangolin

By Natasha Kabanda A tip-off sets law enforcement in motion; when they intercept the traffickers, they find a pangolin, curled tight, mute with fear, stuffed into a battered sack. To the untrained eye, it may appear as nothing more than a pile of dried leaves, but to...
Pangolins! Why the Fuss?

Pangolins! Why the Fuss?

By Mirriam Nasilele Hidden beneath the undergrowth, covered in tough, keratin scales, and moving with quiet determination, the pangolin might seem like an unlikely candidate for global attention. Yet today, this elusive mammal has become Africa’s most urgent...
Cultural Preservation Meets Conservation

Cultural Preservation Meets Conservation

By Womba Kasela In the heart of Western Zambia, the mighty Zambezi River comes alive each year with the grandeur of the Kuomboka ceremony, a vibrant celebration of Lozi culture and royal tradition. At the centre of this spectacular event is the Litunga, King of the...