SafariFind Journal
Safari stories & expert guides
Insider tips, destination guides and wildlife encounters to help you plan the perfect African safari.
Marine & Coastal Conservation in Kenya 2026
Kenya hosts globally significant coral reefs, mangroves and seagrass beds under threat from overfishing and climate change. The country launched its first Blue Carbon Ecosystems plan in June 2026, committing to protect 60% of remaining mangroves and safeguard 20,000 hectares of seagrass by 2035.
Mountain Gorilla Conservation in Tanzania 2026: Status & Efforts
Mountain gorillas are not native to Tanzania, but the species' remarkable recovery across the Greater Virunga Landscape—which spans Tanzania's border regions—represents one of Africa's greatest conservation achievements. The global population has grown to over 1,000 individuals, earning a 2018 downgrade from Critically Endangered to Endangered.
Rothschild Giraffe Conservation in Botswana 2026
Rothschild giraffes are absent from Botswana; only ~1,399 remain globally, mostly in Uganda and Kenya. Botswana hosts the more abundant Southern (Angolan) giraffe subspecies, with ~8,343 individuals as of 2018, facing habitat loss and poaching threats.
Conservation Organisations Protecting Botswana's Wildlife 2026
Botswana's wildlife is protected by a coordinated network of government agencies, international NGOs, and community-based organisations. Over 40% of the country is designated for conservation, supported by partnerships that generated US$7.8 million in protected area revenue in the first year of reformed fee structures.
