PROJECTS

HUMAN ELEPHANT CO-EXISTANCE

Location

Wildlife corridors surrounding Mkomazi National Park

Project Date

August 2024 – present

Project Objective

To mitigate human-wildlife conflict through innovative solutions that protect elephants, empower communities, and promote coexistence.

Implementation Highlights

Establishing rapid response units to address elephant encroachment in real time.
Deploying thermal drones for night-time monitoring of elephant movement.
Training and equipping local rangers and game scouts
Engaging communities through education and sustainable livelihood programs.

Why It Matters

Human-elephant conflict is one of the most pressing conservation challenges, leading to loss of life for both humans and wildlife. By addressing this issue, we contribute to:

SDG 15 (Life on Land): Protecting terrestrial ecosystems and preventing biodiversity loss.
SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities): Promoting harmonious coexistence between people and wildlife.