Habitat loss and fragmentation are two of the greatest threats facing Africa’s wildlife species. Additionally, land degradation threatens the livelihoods of many rural communities who depend heavily on natural resources for their local economic and daily needs. Therefore, successful land conservation measures must balance the needs of both people and wildlife, developing and implementing multiple land use plans and restoration programs, always with environmental integrity at the heart of the matter.

At APW, whether we are working on stream restoration, reforestation, or the protection of wildlife habitats within village lands, our emphasis is on collaboration. Our programs are developed hand in hand with local villagers, from conceptual development through implementation. We believe this is the cornerstone of long-term, sustainable conservation actions.

Highlight – Mwambesi Wildlife Conservation Concession

In southern Tanzania, within the Selous-Niassa Ecosystem, APW is working with six villages to establish a large wildlife conservation area for the protection of elephants, wild dogs, sable antelope and other important species.