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Can Cecil’s death inspire a future of coexistence?

Seven years ago today, Cecil was brutally murdered by trophy hunters, but can his death inspire a future of coexistence between humans and wildlife?

World Female Ranger Day

Born Free salutes the brave women across the world, putting their lives on the line to protect wild animals.

My favourite pride

Head Guide at Elsa's Kopje, Mohamed Boru shares why Elsa's Pride is so special to him.

Everybody needs good neighbours in Kenya

Our Head of Conservation Dr Nikki Tagg and Born Free Kenya’s David Manoa have published a paper on bomas in Oryx – The International Journal of Conservation.

Lion numbers increase 25% in kenya

The official estimate for the number of lions living in Kenya has increased 25% to 2,489, according to the Kenyan government.

Tyger tyger, a dimming light

In 1794, William Blake wrote the famous lines, Tyger Tyger, burning bright, In the forests of the night; What immortal hand or eye, Could frame thy fearful symmetry?

Worshipping tigers

Tigers are everywhere. They’re one of nature’s most charismatic and revered animals, with an eternal appeal promoted in cultures the world over. But how are tigers viewed by the people who live alongside tigers every day?

Tracking tigers in Satpuda

In the Satpuda area of central India, to ensure people and wildlife can co-exist peacefully, it’s important that people can identify the presence of wildlife nearby. One of the best ways to do this is to look out for their paw prints, or pugmarks. But, how do you tell them apart?

Meet elsa’s pride

Born Free is working closely with Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) to safeguard the future of a pride of lions called ‘Elsa’s Pride’.