News & Updates

The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.

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Buzz boxes deter elephants

How do you stop a hungry elephant from eating your crops? Joe Hedges reveals unique footage of a cost-effective and cruelty-free solution in Liberia. 

Tigers on the up in India!

After nearly 20 years devoted to tiger conservation in India, Born Free is delighted by the latest population estimate for this endangered species.

A day in the life of a Lion Ambassador

A day in the life of Lion Ambassador Joseph Mutinda, who helps local people in Kaningo in Kenya find solutions to conflict. Saving Meru’s Giants Officer Alois Myeu reports.

Simple but effective

Dr David Manoa, Manager of Born Free’s Pride of Amboseli project, explains how reinforcing traditional bomas can help lions and people live together without conflict.

Save apes to save the forest

Apes have a key role maintaining forests but, can come into conflict with people. Born Free promotes co-existence so both can thrive, as our Conservation team reports in a fascinating long read.

Born Free’s David Manoa awarded PhD from University of Nairobi

Born Free is delighted to announce that David Manoa, Pride of Amboseli Programme Manager, has received his PhD from the University of Nairobi.

Monkey rescue in Zambia

Born Free’s dynamic colleagues at Zambia Primate Project have rescued several monkeys including two babies orphaned by human-wildlife conflict.

Removing snares to save giraffes

Hard at work, our intrepid Twiga Team removes deadly snares to protect rare giraffes but needs your help. Francis Kago, Project Officer for Saving Meru’s Giants, reports.

Why water management is key to reducing wildlife conflict

Water shortages are increasing, as the drought across the country has continued (although thankfully it has rained in recent days), in some areas reaching the third year with very limited rainfall. However, working with the local government and the community, Born Free is playing a part in addressing this issue for both the people and the wildlife of Meru. 

Conflict kills elephants

Every elephant matters. Our Editor Celia Nicholls remembers the shocking death of Emily Kate, a special young elephant who died after being speared.