UK wildlife trade laws under threat
Decreased protection in the UK’s Wildlife Trade Regulations at odds with Chancellor’s drive towards EU harmonisation.
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
Cheetah cub emergency
Our remarkable team in Ethiopia has rescued four extremely young cheetahs in Ethiopia. Saved in the nick of time from the illegal pet trade, sadly heartbreak was to follow.
Operation Thunder rescues almost 30,000 live animals from traffickers
2025 figures offer a stark reminder of the escalating scale of global wildlife trafficking, fuelled by demand for exotic pets.
CITES CoP20 – some good outcomes for wildlife in a time of uncertainty
Born Free’s Head of Policy, Dr Mark Jones, reports back on the key outcomes from the international wildlife trade conference.
CITES CoP 20 – Key Questions Answered
Ahead of CITES CoP20, starting 24 November 2025, we answer the most commonly asked questions about CITES and where Born Free stands on key issues.
Born Free educates Ethiopian military on illegal wildlife trade
The workshop helped 167 graduates understand the threats of the illegal wildlife trade and how to prevent it.
Born Free welcomes the outcomes of the IUCN World Congress
Dr Mark Jones explains why we're calling for urgent and robust implementation of the outcomes, following the meeting in Abu Dhabi.
From heartbreak to hope for rescued pangolins
The stories of two pangolins rescued by Lilongwe Wildlife Centre show the ups and downs of their vital work to protect the species.
Born Free to attend IUCN World Conservation Congress
Our Policy team will be supporting motions to improve wildlife conservation and welfare standards at the global Congress.
Meet gorilla champion Jo Gaweda
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.