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Photograph of a lioness in tall grass with mouth open, possibly roaring or yawning. The lioness wears a tracking collar, indicating wildlife monitoring or research context.

Lion collaring project continues with second Meru lion

ResQ the lioness has been collared in Meru National Park, Kenya, as part of Born Free’s vital lion monitoring work.
A male lion lies lazily alongside a large pool of water

Brian Blessed OBE speaks up for Africa’s lions

The iconic actor and long-term Born Free friend shares his support for our work to protect lions in Kenya, and why they need help now more than ever.
Photograph showing two hyenas standing in tall grass during golden hour lighting. The scene highlights their spotted fur patterns and attentive expressions in a natural savanna habitat.

From conflict to coexistence – changing perceptions to protect hyenas in Kenya

Hyenas are often the forgotten carnivore of conservation work, but Born Free is stepping up to help improve attitudes towards these fascinating animals.

Tracking Amani: historic lion collaring in Meru National Park

Tech can play a key role in conservation, and our team in Kenya has fitted a lioness with a lightweight satellite collar, to track her movements and help lions coexist with people.
Photograph of a man posing with a bicycle in front of a large promotional banner for COP15 Brazil Pantanal, scheduled for March 23-29, 2026. Banner features a close-up of a jaguar, event logo, tagline

A week in Brazil, advocating for animals

Born Free’s Policy Advisor Ian Redmond OBE reflects on a critical meeting of the United Nations’ Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS).
Photograph of a safari vehicle parked under a solitary tree in a grassy savanna with two people dressed in traditional attire walking nearby. The scene captures a peaceful moment in a natural landscape with clear blue sky and tall grass.

How to plan an ethical safari

Where would you like to go on holiday this year? A safari to our heartland of Kenya could be ideal, so we asked our partners at Gamewatchers Safaris and Porini Camps for their advice.
A lion cub sits in front of a lioness laying down

Meet our Community Conservation Assistants

With your support, a remarkable team of locally-employed conservation assistants is transforming our outreach in Meru National Park, Kenya. Enjoy our long read.
Photograph showing three people standing behind a large pile of red and yellow chili peppers spread out for drying outdoors. The setting includes buildings and green trees under a partly cloudy sky, highlighting agricultural activity and harvest processing.

Agroforestry school supports conservation in Cameroon

Born Free is supporting pupils in an ‘agroforestry’ school, equipping them with the knowledge and tools they need to start generating sustainable livelihoods.
A baby rhino walking towards the camera

How to help endangered animals

Discover ways to help endangered animals through everyday actions. From gardens to African savannahs, learn how to protect wildlife with Born Free.
Photograph showing a group of women taking part in a running race, and one woman joyfully crossing the finish line. The scene features vibrant clothing, joyful expressions, and a mix of standing and moving figures, highlighting a lively outdoor activity.

How we celebrated International Women’s Day, in Cameroon

To help mark this global day celebrating the achievements of women, Born Free held a special weekend of inspiration, eco-friendly cooking and sports.