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Welcome to AWEI short articles —your gateway to insightful, accessible content exploring wildlife economies across Africa.
Our articles are designed to inform, engage, and inspire readers interested in the sustainable use of wild species, wildlife enterprise, community development, and policy innovations that shape the wildlife economy. Explore diverse perspectives, practical examples, case studies, and the latest trends influencing how responsible wildlife use contributes to conservation and development
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I recently had the opportunity to speak at the BCC as part of a panel of young professionals…
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Conservation and human rights are not in opposition. This article argues that biodiversity, health, and human rights are…
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The Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer Research Grant opens its 2026 call for applications, offering USD 150,000 to support early-career…
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More articles on Africa’s wildlife economy. AWEI's concise articles offer stakeholders in Africa's biodiversity economy sector and the general public reliable information, analysis, and recommendations.
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Is CITES an effective treaty?
The twentieth CITES Conference of the Parties (CoP 20) recently concluded in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Dr Michael 't Sas-Rolfes (AWEI Research Fellow) attended as a presenter at two side events, and each...
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Let’s talk about how to streamline CITES
With a streamlined and focused CITES, the Parties would have more time to consider the implications of amendments to the Appendices and, most importantly, more capacity to issue permits and...
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Legalising rhino horn trade for rhino conservation in South Africa
In a press release on Thursday, 30 October 2025, South Africa’s Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE) put out a statement by its Minister, Dr Dion George, saying, “ South...
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Beyond the Bullet: Why Sustainable Trophy Hunting is Vital for South African Communities and Conservation
Sustainable Trophy Hunting Vital for South African Communities and Conservation: Regulated hunting supports rewilding and long-term wildlife protection, and underpins local economies.
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The ripple effect of expanding wildlife-based wetland economies - outcomes of Ramsar COP15
The 15th Ramsar Conference of the Parties (COP15) took place in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, between 23 and 31 July 2025. The African Wildlife Economy Institute (AWEI) was actively involved at COP15 to...
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Crafting an inclusive wildlife economy in South Africa
The inaugural AWEI–SABHSSA workshop explored regulations, skills, and opportunities for an inclusive wildlife economy in South Africa.