World Lion Day: Saving the King of Beasts to Save Ourselves

Lions have walked the earth since Paleolithic times, as evidenced by their representation in works of art by numerous ancient civilisations, from the Greece to India.  Lions are mentioned in the texts of all major religions; indeed, in the Bible they are referenced...

How wildlife conservation groups are protecting the African lion

A number of well-known global conservation groups, including the Endangered Wildlife Trust, have warned the falling numbers of rhinos in Africa have resulted in a surge in lion deaths, as poachers are now looking for a new ‘product’ to replace rhino horn,...

Tunde Folawiyo | Lion pride numbers in Africa continue to fall

Over the course of the last two decades, the total number of lions in Africa has dropped by 30%. The dramatic fall in the population of West African lions is likely to be of particular concern to conservationist enthusiasts such as Tunde Folawiyo, with recent...

Tunde Folawiyo | AWF Spreads Efforts toward Primary Schools

Throughout its history as an organisation, the African Wildlife Foundation has maintained its everlasting mission to protect the endangered animals of African continent and beyond. A wide variety of animals have fallen victim to poaching throughout the region, driving...