40 ways to celebrate and help wild animals
To mark Born Free's 40th anniversary, we've created a list of 40 easy and practical ways you can help wild animals.
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
Nottinghamshire zoo plans opposed by Born Free rejected by local council
Born Free is pleased with the decision by Broxtowe Borough Council to reject the planning permission for a new zoo.
Video update: Ukraine lion brothers’ journey to South Africa
Watch Tsar and Jamil's journey from Natuurhulpcentrum in Belgium, to their first steps on South African soil at Shamwari Big Cat Sanctuary.
Pet Primate Licensing Regulations Pass into Law
Born Free cautiously welcomes new regulations requiring all primate owners in England to obtain a licence, which passed into law on 5th March.
From the frontline to ‘freedom’ – Tsar & Jamil arrive at Shamwari
Born into captivity, mistreated, malnourished, and rescued at the outbreak of war, we are delighted to announce that our ‘Ukraine Lions’ have finally found safety and sanctuary in their forever home in South Africa.
Lions on the move: The long journey home
It’s the good news you’ve been waiting for – we’re about to take lions Tsar and Jamil to their ancestral homeland of South Africa! But, how do you safely move two rescued lions over 8,000 miles?
Born Free calls for action on animal abuse in tourism
UK Government needs to act urgently to bring landmark legislation into effect.
New European crackdown on Environmental Crime
Born Free welcomes new Directive which will make trafficking wildlife in the EU increasingly risky for criminals.
Rhino poaching on the rise again in South Africa
Latest government figures from South Africa reveal an increase in rhino killing since 2020.
Reindeer review
With your help, our joint campaign to end the cruel use of live reindeer at UK events and call for a more compassionate Christmas 2023, had a big impact.