Dr Perez Olindo BSc DSc (1938 – 2024)
Heartfelt condolences on the loss of a great friend, a passionate conservationist, and a Born Free Champion.
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
Congratulations Hailu!
Born Free is delighted to announce that Hailu Dagnachew, from our Ensessa Kotteh team in Ethiopia, has received his Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc) degree from the University of Ambo.
Are Nature-based Solutions an important tool for conservation?
Nature-based Solutions are a hot topic in the conservation world – but what are they, and how do they work? Last month, Born Free attended a conference at the Oxford University Natural History Museum, exploring the concept further.
Born Free and Kenya Wildlife Service save male lion from snare
Born Free and Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) have worked together to rescue a seven-year-old male lion, named General, from a deadly wire noose.
Last elephants depart from Belfast Zoo
Born Free welcomes the news as the number of zoos keeping elephants in the UK falls to ten.
South Lakes Safari Zoo: Disappointing licensing decision announced
Born Free is disappointed and dismayed at Westmorland & Furness Council’s decision to allow troubled zoo to remain open in July 2024.
International Wildlife Trade body meets to discuss animals in trade
Born Free attends the CITES Animals Committee in Switzerland, to promote positive outcomes for wildlife protection.
Caring for rescued lions, hyenas, monkeys and more!
With your help, Born Free provides species-specific enrichment for rescued animals at Ensessa Kotteh, Ethiopia. Our Rescue & Care Officer Dr Andrea Donaldson reports.
Saving gorillas with Ape Action Africa
Born Free is delighted to announce the wonderful Ape Action Africa as our vital new partner in Cameroon.
A tribute to Louga
We are extremely saddened to share that we recently had to say goodbye to our beloved 16-year-old lion Louga, at our sanctuary in South Africa.