A Future for Black Rhinos
African People & Wildlife is bringing our experience in community engagement, locally led conservation, and technology to black rhino recovery in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
We protect wildlife, invest in people, and restore balance to Africa’s vital ecosystems.
Our Mission
Africa’s wild places impact the health of our Earth. We work to conserve iconic species like elephants and lions, uplift the communities who live alongside them, and preserve the landscapes they all share.
Our Priorities
We recognize the deep linkages between people, wildlife, and the diverse ecosystems they call home. Together with communities and other partners, we focus on priorities that deliver win-win, sustainable solutions for people and nature.
Land and Water
Wildlife
People
Building Connections with ACTIVE Community Engagement
Unlock the power of ACTIVE Community Engagement and create meaningful relationships with local communities for successful conservation outcomes. See how our workshops, retreats, and customized consulting services can help.
A Regional Center of Conservation Innovation
The Noloholo Environmental Center is the only education and training facility of its kind in northern Tanzania – and will soon become Africa’s first center of excellence for holistic conservation.
We Address Some of Our World’s Most Pressing Challenges
Our holistic approach to conservation is grounded in a set of overarching themes that we integrate across all of our programs.
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Finding the Balance for Communities and Nature
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Watch to learn how we partner with communities to create a world where Africa’s people and wildlife thrive in vibrant, healthy landscapes.
2025 Annual Report: Built for This
Across six landscapes spanning 5.1 million acres, we partnered with 85 communities in Tanzania to reduce conflict, manage and restore habitats, strengthen women-led enterprises, and prepare local leaders for the future.
Community, Conservation, and Collaboration
Our essential framework – created in partnership with the National Geographic Society – advances meaningful solutions for engaging communities in conservation.
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Dr. Laly Lichtenfeld Named a 2027 Indianapolis Prize Nominee
We’re proud to celebrate Dr. Laly Lichtenfeld’s 2027 Indianapolis Prize nomination and the Tanzanian team and communities behind this groundbreaking work.
The Land We Pass On: Celebrating the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists
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For the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists, Alais Ole-Morindat reflects on Maasai knowledge, mobility, and the future of Tanzania’s rangelands.
Discover Tanzania with Safaris that Give Back to Conservation
Experience Tanzania in a way few travelers ever do. You can see conservation behind the scenes with a private safari tailored just for you.
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Our Impact
Rebounding Wildlife
Recovering and stabilizing populations of key wildlife species, including the African lion and the fringe-eared oryx
Empowered Women and Girls
Improved income retention, education, and employment opportunities in support of greater gender equality
Peaceful Coexistence
Greater tolerance for living with wildlife, including in landscapes with previously high levels of conflict
Resilient Landscapes
Improved monitoring of critical grasslands and increased habitat protection efforts by communities