January 29
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The Star
They are well known by the locals and operate big shops in town. They sponsor young men to kill elephants and rhinos but they are never arrested. They are well equipped and... Read more »
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SAnews.gov.za
Water and Environmental Affairs Minister Edna Molewa has gazetted the much awaited Biodiversity Management Plan (BMP) for black rhinoceros, it was announced on Tuesday. Read more »
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The Star
KWS warders have arrested an accomplice of a suspected poacher killed in Tsavo at the weekend. Read more »
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Chimpanzee Expert Goodall Pitches for Conservation
The Star
World renowned chimpanzee expert, Dr. Jane Goodall, made a rare public presentation at The National Museum in Nairobi last Saturday. Her presentation was aimed at giving hope to... Read more »
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Why Are Hippos Dying of Anthrax?
RISE
Celsus Sente is just beginning his work as a RISE student, but he brings to it a wealth of diverse experiences in several fields and a fervent curiosity about nature. Read more »
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Crocodile Warning and Preliminary Flood Statistics [press release]
SA Govt
The MEC for Department of CoGHSTA, Clifford Motsepe would like to warn the people who are residing within the banks of the Limpopo River to be on the lookout for crocodiles and... Read more »
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The Minister Edna Molewa of Water and Environmental Affairs Gazettes the Biodiversity Management Plan for Black Rhino for Implementation [press release]
SA Govt
The Minister of Water and Environmental Affairs, Ms Edna Molewa on Friday (25 January 2013) published the Biodiversity Management Plan for black rhinoceros (Diceros icornis) in... Read more »
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Livestock Immunisation in the Pipeline
Times of Zambia
THE Government is this year expected to carry out a nationwide livestock immunisation programme to protect animals from diseases that might breakout in the country. Read more »
January 28
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EA Business
The Parliamentary Committee on Land, Natural Resources and Environment is weighing measures of engaging the National Assembly to form a selected committee to thoroughly probe... Read more »
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Donkey Milk Very Good for Humans
New Era
Domesticated animals, perhaps, are best known for providing meat, draft power, milk, affection and security. Each has its unique traits and it may be questionable in society for... Read more »
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Uganda Park Scoops Africa Award
EA Business
Kidepo Valley National Park, one of the National Parks managed by Uganda Wildlife Authority, has been named by the prestigious CNN Travel website as the third best national park in... Read more »
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Forestry, Wildlife - Full Engagement for Triennial Programmes
Cameroon Tribune
The Minister and Secretary of State received New Year wishes on Thursday January 24. Read more »
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Four Suspected Poachers Killed in Serengeti
Daily News
FOUR suspected poachers have been shot dead by game rangers in Serengeti National Park (SENAPA) allegedly after killing elephants, police reported on Sunday. Read more »
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Suspected Rhino Poacher Shot in Kruger Park
SAnews.gov.za
A suspected rhino poacher has been shot dead, while two others were arrested in the Nwanetsi section of the Kruger National Park. Read more »
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Wase Killings - Miyetti-Allah Takes Delivery of 53 Wandering Cows
Daily Trust
Fifty three cows found wandering around Wase local government area of Plateau State after their owners fled their herds for safety on the wake of attacks around the area towards... Read more »
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KWS Rangers Kill Suspected Poacher in Tsavo
The Star
Kenya Wildlife Service rangers in Tsavo have killed one suspected poacher and recovered six elephant tusks and fire arms at a ranch in Taita Taveta County. Read more »
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Poaching Money May Be Funding Terrorism, Kenyan Police Say
Sabahi
Kenyan police believe money from elephant poaching is being used to fund terrorism after they arrested a man Friday (January 25th) for allegedly trying to smuggle 1.6 million... Read more »
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With Old Age Comes the Wisdom to Cope
The Star
It had been quite long time since I last saw a kill in the wild. It is never a good year for me if the migration ends without witnessing the super predators bring down a sizeable... Read more »
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Kenya Wildlife Service Installs Alarm Systems Around Sanctuaries to Deter Poaching
Sabahi
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is installing alarm systems around wildlife sanctuaries and parks to deter the increasingly rampant poaching across the country. Read more »
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15 Donkeys Die of 'Mysterious Disease' in Sudanese Refugee Camp
Radio Dabanga
Sudanese refugees living at the Djabal camp in eastern Chad revealed that 15 donkeys have died in the past month due to a "mysterious disease" while many others are infected with... Read more »
January 27
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Safari Operators Appeal for Kasukuwere's Intervention
Zimbabwe Standard
SAFARI operators have sought the help of Youth Development, Indigenisation and Empowerment minister Saviour Kasukuwere after the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority... Read more »
January 25
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Elephant Massacres Blamed on Religion [opinion]
Independent
The massacre of African elephants that have been going on in Africa for decades and have escalated to record levels over the last 30 years have been linked to religious practices... Read more »
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Narok Police Seize 6,000 Kg of Giraffe Meat
The Star
TRAFFIC police in Narok on Wednesday arrested a suspected poacher ferrying bush meat in a matatu in Narok town. Corporal David Chumo and Constable Nicholas Musango arrested the... Read more »
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Duo Charged With Smuggling Elephant Tusks
The Star
TWO men, including a Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) official, were yesterday charged with the smuggling of ivory said to be the largest haul ever recovered at the Mombasa port. Read more »
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Forestry, Wildlife Stakeholders Examine Conservation Programmes
Cameroon Tribune
The annual conference of MINFOF took place in Yaounde on January 23. Read more »
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