Farewell Nelson
We are heartbroken to report that our beloved Nelson has passed away at the grand old age of 22.
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
Will lions be extinct by 2050+?
The lion population is dwindling and could become extinct by 2050. Discover what you can do to help protect this incredible species.
Safeguarding lions and people!
Stephen Melubo, Born Free’s Monitoring and Evaluation Officer in Amboseli, reports on helping predators and people live together without conflict in southern Kenya.
Inspired by George Adamson
Born Free remembers the Father of Lions and, in his memory, encourages donations to our Forever Lions fund. Together let’s keep lions wild and free!
Lions of Lockdown: Six months on
Born Free is delighted that our four lions, rescued from a circus in France, are clearly (and loudly!) flourishing at our sanctuary in South Africa.
New cubs spotted in Meru
Great news on World Lion Day for the Virginia Pride!
You can celebrate World Lion Day!
Born Free's Dan Ward encourages each of us to take to the streets and join our Walk on the Wild Side to raise funds for lion conservation.
Lions are iconic and we must fight to protect them
On World Lion Day, Caroline Ng’weno, Pride of Meru Programme Manager at Born Free Kenya, reveals her passion for lions, and urges people to protect them, before it’s too late.
Marching for lions in Kenya!
Born Free is joined by over 600 supporters for a ROARSOME Walk on the Wild Side event in Meru, ahead of World Lion Day.
Simba: Your questions answered
Will he be able to go back to the wild? Will he be able to breed? Born Free's Acting Head of Rescue & Care, Dr Andrea Donaldson, answers your questions!