African Wildlife Foundation
Tunde Folawiyo | AWF Assists the Republic of South Sudan
The Republic of South Sudan faces a number of challenges in establishing its structure as a nation. Upon request by its government, the African Wildlife Foundation is currently assisting the country in initiating best practices for protecting its supply of natural resources. James Kahurananga, Former Director of Maasai Steppe, has been stationed in Juba to […]
Tunde Folawiyo | AWF Provides Technical Assistance for Faro National Park Support
As the battle to preserve the endangered species of Africa rages on, the African Wildlife Foundation continues to implement new initiatives aiding in the fight against poaching. A number of wildlife parks throughout the continent are supported by the organisation, demonstrating the outstanding impact the AWF carries in protecting animals from endangerment or extinction. Supporters […]
Tunde Folawiyo | AWF Combats Dwindling Lion Populations with Ewaso Lions Project
Through the valued support of the African Wildlife Foundation, the Ewaso Lions Project continues to aid in training groups of local people to protect the endangered predators of Africa. A variety of causes have contributed to the drastic decline of lion populations across the continent. The lion population in Kenya is now fewer than 2,000. […]
Tunde Folawiyo | African Wildlife Foundation Conservation Tourism
As its mission to protect the endangered species of Africa remains vital as ever, the African Wildlife Foundation continues to initiate new projects focused on wildlife conservation. Whilst the continent is home to some of the world’s most stunning landscapes housing a variety of endangered species, rural communities throughout are being impacted by a strain […]
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 the need for intervention to an all-time high. Citizens throughout Africa including Tunde Folawiyo and millions […]
Tunde Folawiyo | Yao Ming Partners with African Wildlife Foundation to Ban Ivory Trade
In early March, former NBA star Yao Ming stood before Chinese government with a petition requesting a ban on the domestic ivory trade. Delivered in Beijing during the opening session of China’s annual National People’s Congress, the petition was signed by a number of leading business figures throughout China who support the conservation of Africa’s […]
The Impact of the African Wildlife Foundation | Tunde Folawiyo
Since its founding in 1961, the African Wildlife Foundation – formerly known as the African Wildlife Leadership Foundation – has continually advocated for the preservation of the continent’s wildlife, utilising their power as an organisation to bring awareness to endangerment of many of African’s animals. Through these initiatives and with the support of citizens from […]