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BirdLife is the largest nature conservation partnership in the world. Birdlife Africa unite 27 national NGOs working together to conserve birds, biodiversity & communities across Africa.

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Nature is our greatest treasure.

Today, we celebrate the biodiversity that sustains life and the collective action needed to protect it.

Learn more: birdlife.org/campaigns-ap...

#WorldWildlifeDay #ForNature

03.03.2026 15:49 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Our colleague Cesar Bordehore from the University of Alicante (Spain) will be the speaker of a new Join Webinars on Fisheries #bycatch presenting our sister project "Sea4Future”.
Tomorrow, 27.02.2026 // 12.00-13.00 CET
#Bycatch-research-network

Open access on teams.microsoft.com/dl/launcher/...

26.02.2026 09:06 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We have a new conference on the way as part of the Join Webinars on Fisheries #bycatch. David Lusseau from DTU (project CIBBRiNA) will be presenting β€œBEAM – A Bycatch Evaluation and Assessment Matrix". Next Friday 6 February, from 12.00-13.00 CET
Open access on teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-joi...

04.02.2026 16:48 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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This week, we had the pleasure of welcoming Dr Musonda the SG of The Convention on Wetlands at our Senegal office. It was a great opportunity to exchange on our shared priorities for wetland conservation and highlight the value of collaboration across local, national and international levels.

29.01.2026 16:13 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Grasslands are one of the world’s most overlooked ecosystems.🌾

As the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists 2026 unfolds, we’re shining a light on what’s at stake.

Read the full story and discover how we are protecting grasslands worldwide πŸ”— www.birdlife.org/news/2026/01...

27.01.2026 12:27 πŸ‘ 22 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“Madeleine Island National Parc, πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡³

Our colleagues , alongside park conservators, ecoguards and staff from the #Environment Ministry are taking part in the International #waterbirds census.

Every count matters! Are you you taking part in the #IWC? tag us on your pics!

15.01.2026 16:24 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Chia Lagoon & Flood Plain has been designated a Key Biodiversity Area (KBA), recognising its global importance for wildlife and local livelihoods.

🌿 A strong example of nature and people thriving together.

#KBA #Malawi #CommunityConservation #BirdLifeAfrica

14.01.2026 11:52 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Nature is the greatest gift we share. 🎁

This year, your support has helped turn science into action, protecting birds, habitats and the ecosystems that connect us all. 🌱

Together, we’re making a meaningful difference. ✨

24.12.2025 17:34 πŸ‘ 59 πŸ” 18 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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12 Days of BirdLife: Our 2025 Highlights As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect on everything our Partnership and supporters have accomplished and want to thank all who have made these achievements possible.

Our year in review!πŸŽ‰

As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect on everything our Partnership and supporters have accomplished and want to thank all who have made these achievements possible.πŸ™Œ

Explore our 2025 highlights through the 12 Days of BirdLife here πŸ‘‰ www.birdlife.org/news/2025/12...

09.12.2025 09:54 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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A Turning Point for Africa’s Hornbills Africa’s forest hornbills face growing threats from unregulated trade and habitat loss. A new CITES proposal approved today is an important step towards better regulation and monitoring of…

Africa’s forest hornbills face growing threats from unregulated trade and habitat loss. A new CITES proposal approved today is an important step towards better regulation and monitoring of international trade.
Learn more: www.birdlife.org/.../a-turnin...

#africahornbill #conservation

03.12.2025 12:55 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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A mission to stop vulture poisoning incidents in The GambiaΒ  - Vulture Conservation Foundation CMS Raptors MOU, Vulture Conservation Foundation (VCF) and Birdlife International Β  organised, on request of the Gambian authorities, a mission to increase the capacity of the national agencies and NG...

Nearly 100 Hooded Vultures were poisoned in The Gambia this summer.
In response, CMS Raptors MOU, VCF & BirdLife joined forces to support national teams and strengthen capacity to address wildlife poisoning.

More in the full article : 4vultures.org/blog/interna...

#Vultures #vultureconservation

11.11.2025 12:33 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Meet our Partner cohort!πŸ™Œ

A new cohort of Forest Impact Accelerator Partners have been selected and will develop financially sustainable forest-based enterprises.🌳

Read more to meet our incoming cohort and the exciting plans they have in place!πŸ‘‰ www.birdlife.org/forest-accel...

07.11.2025 15:27 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 2
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In Palmarin πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡³, BirdLife International and partners celebrated #WorldMigratoryBirdDay with students and communities, learning, watching birds, and promoting safer habitats for migratory species.

🌍 Creating bird-friendly cities and communities starts with us.

#EAFI #MigratoryBirds #WMBD #birds

12.10.2025 13:42 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨2025 #RedList Update🚨

We have reassessed 1,360 bird species. Out of the 11,185 species assessed worldwide:β€―

⚠️11.5% are globally threatened.

πŸ“‰61% have declining populations.

But restoring habitats will help put these species on a path toβ€―recovery.🌱

Read moreπŸ‘‰ www.birdlife.org/red-list-upd...

10.10.2025 09:53 πŸ‘ 66 πŸ” 52 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 2
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World Bank and BirdLife launch historic conservation push The latest Global Flyway Initiative aims to save critical bird habitats and link three continents across the African-Eurasian Flyway…

The World Bank and BirdLife International have joined forces to protect the African-Eurasian Flyway a migratory route used by over 2 billion birds. Together we’ll scale conservation efforts, restore critical habitats, and connect communities across borders. πŸŒΏπŸ•ŠοΈ

πŸ‘‰ www.birdlife.org/news/2025/10...

08.10.2025 14:50 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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It's #WorldHabitatDay ! 🌎

From pole to pole, over forests, wetlands, mountains and seas, and across the migration paths of the world, birds know no borders. And neither do we. πŸ¦œπŸ—ΊοΈ

Connecting countries, continents and cultures, we pull together to conserve and restore species and habitats.πŸ™Œ

06.10.2025 08:45 πŸ‘ 40 πŸ” 18 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 2
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We are #hiring!

We are looking for a consultant to review the barriers to the adoption of lead-free ammunition
‼️Application deadline: Friday 3 October 2025 (COB EAT)
πŸ“Location: Southern Africa
⏱️Duration: 5 months

More details πŸ‘‰ tinyurl.com/mr3dcmnt

#ConservationJobs #SouthernAfrica #NowHiring

26.09.2025 15:15 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🌍 In 2024, the #BirdLife Partnership in Africa made remarkable #impact in #conservation across the continent! Discover more inspiring stories and achievements in our 2024 #Africa #Report. πŸ“‘
Here in English : www.birdlife.org/wp-content/u...

And in French: www.birdlife.org/wp-content/u...

09.09.2025 17:17 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🌍 Across Africa, BirdLife and its partners are committed to protecting vultures. This #IVAD, we're sharing action & impact insights. From new anti-poisoning strategies to groundbreaking research on vulture ecosystem value. Conserving vultures=safeguarding resilient ecosystems
#SaveAfricaVultures

06.09.2025 15:20 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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#Vultures provide US$1.8 billion in ecosystem services annually in Southern #Africa alone, yet they face critical threats. #BirdLife Partnership is taking action across the continent to ensure a future for these vital species.

#IVAD2025 #SaveAfricasVultures

05.09.2025 12:52 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Controversial mining project in Tanzania’s Lake Natron halted A controversial soda ash mining project at Lake Natron, Tanzania has been stopped, safeguarding one of the world’s most important breeding site for Lesser Flamingos.

A huge win for people and nature! The #Tanzanian government has officially ruled out any large-scale soda ash mining at Lake Natron a vital #Ramsar wetland and the only major breeding ground for Africa’s #flamingos.

Read more: tinyurl.com/24wdb7r4

#SaveLakeNatron#conservationmatters

29.08.2025 12:08 πŸ‘ 19 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Local champions in Rwanda are bringing life back to the land. πŸ’š

With BirdLife Partner Nature Rwanda, we’re working with communities in Bweyeye to restore degraded ecosystems, protect Nyungwe National Park and safeguard 300+ bird species. 🐦

πŸŽ₯ Watch the inspiring story here: bit.ly/47izz1F

26.08.2025 16:03 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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How does conflict affect nature? In this BBC interview, Alex Ngari, BirdLife Programme Manager, Migratory Birds and Flyways, sheds light on how the war in Sudan is impacting migratory birds and the ecosystems they depend on.

Listen hereπŸ‘‰ www.bbc.com/audio/play/p... (From 18:40)

22.08.2025 16:13 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Discover the State of the World’s Birds!

Our 2025 annual update is now live! It summarises key insights in conservation science, spotlighting emerging trends and inspiring progress.

Explore the full update here: datazone.birdlife.org/articles/sta...

#BirdConservation #GlobalFlyways #BirdNews

05.08.2025 12:26 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

That's great! Thank you.

04.08.2025 15:30 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Major wetlands conference concludes successfully at Victoria Falls In a major win for wetlands, the 15th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Wetlands concluded successfully today under the strong leadership of Zimbabwe.

Last week the global community wrapped up #RamsarCOP15 in Victoria Falls!
BirdLife and partners stood strong for wetlands, advocating for restoration, protection, and action.

Catch the key takeaways from the conference here πŸ‘‰
www.birdlife.org/news/2025/07...

04.08.2025 15:21 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Mint | Safeguarding Wetlands: Spotlight On Ramsar COP 15 | ZTN Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

As #RamsarCOP15 continues, BirdLife CEO Martin Harper highlights the urgency of protecting wetlands, life-sustaining ecosystems that support billions of people and countless species worldwide.

Watch the Interview here: ow.ly/5OIM50WvEOm

The interview starts from 12:00

#WetlandConservation

29.07.2025 13:03 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy #WorldNatureConservationDay! πŸŒΏπŸ’š

We are the only global Partnership conserving birds and all life on our planet. Today, we join others globally to remember the importance of our natural landscapes.🌍

Join us in thanking our 123 national Partners for the incredible work they accomplish! πŸ‘

28.07.2025 10:05 πŸ‘ 24 πŸ” 11 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 2
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Today at #RamsarCOP15, during the Wetlands Conservation in Africa side event, Dr. Lloyd from BirdLife South Africa shared new Best Practice Guidelines for High-Elevation Wetland and Peatland Management, supporting stronger, science-based protection.

πŸ“˜ Explore the guidelines here: ow.ly/CP8P50WvE2n

26.07.2025 15:55 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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#RamsarCOP15 Panel discussion at the Wetlands Conservation in Africa side event, with panellists highlighting their wetlands conservation experiences in Zimbabwe, Uganda, Kenya and South Africa

#Wetlandsconservation #AfricaConservation

26.07.2025 12:18 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0