News & Updates

Celebrate World Gorilla Day, with heartwarming news from Cameroon. After a tragic start, the life of Barbie the young gorilla has been turned around.

Discover our fun facts about primates – from where they live and what they eat, to how YOU can help protect them.

This World Gorilla Day meet some our incredible Great Ape Guardians who, with your support, are protecting rare gorillas and their forest home in Cameroon.

Anna Cryer from our Conservation team, chats to Jo Gaweda – Ape Action Africa’s Assistant Manager, to learn more about their work and how your support makes a difference.

As Born Free’s new report on apes in zoos hits the headlines, our Policy Advisor and acclaimed ape expert, Ian Redmond OBE, reflects on his encounters with apes behind bars.

Discover 32 interesting facts about gorillas - perfect for kids and animal lovers. Learn where gorillas live, what they eat, and why they need our help.

Powerful new Born Free report exposes the plight of captive great apes in zoos.

From fruit trees to compost, Born Free is working with local communities to protect and restore forests, create vital new sources of income, and transform gorilla conservation.

We take a deep dive into what poaching is, why it's bad for wildlife AND humans, and what we are doing to prevent it.

Remember the little orphaned gorilla, rescued after being shot by poachers? Thankfully, the youngster is now flourishing under the expert care of our Ape Action Africa partners, in Cameroon.