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Protecting orangutan habitat on the frontline

Orangutan Foundation field patrol teams are taking action to protect critical orangutan habitat.
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Replacing a dangerous school building, thanks to Schools for Kenya

Our wonderful long-term colleagues have funded the rebuild of an entire classroom block, to facilitate learning at one of our partner schools in Amboseli.
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Born Free calls on Zurich Zoo to end elephant breeding

Following 11 deaths in 10 years, Born Free joins international group of elephant experts in calling for an end to the unnecessary suffering.
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What happened to Jemima and Jackie, the chimpanzees?

Two chimpanzees, an adult female and her young daughter, disappeared for four years with their fates unknown... until an extraordinary discovery in the forests of Uganda.
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Meeting Alice Kamau: Shaping the future of Born Free in Kenya

Watch an exclusive interview with Born Free’s new Kenya Country Director and find out her vision for the years ahead.
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How tech saves tigers in India

To help secure vital corridors, and ensure a safe future for the world’s biggest cat, our partners in Central India are using AI, drones, and cutting-edge new camera traps.
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Tribute to Roger Cook

The trailblazing investigative reporter who brought the horrific practice of ‘canned lion hunting’ to the world’s attention.
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Helping people keep wildlife safe: Meet Charles Njoroge

Based in the Kenyan farming community he grew up in, our Community Engagement Coordinator empowers local people to become conservation champions.
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Born Free celebrates World Environment Day in Kenya

From collecting rubbish, to planting trees and demonstrating wildlife art, young people inspired their entire community on this special global day.
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Born Free responds to new Bovine TB Strategy for England

The UK Government’s new strategy shifts emphasis to cattle, but leaves the door open for further wildlife persecution.