News & Updates

The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.

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Supporting ape rescue on World Chimpanzee Day

Born Free chats to Laura Praill, Fundraising and Communications Manager at Limbe Wildlife Centre, in Cameroon.

Reaching out on World Chimpanzee Day

Today is World Chimpanzee Day so, join Born Free and give a pant-hoot to celebrate these remarkable beings!

World Orca Day: Double celebration for Born Free

On World Orca Day we mark the 20-year anniversary of Springer the orphan orca’s successful return to the wild – assisted by our charity.

The amazing Mfalme

Victor Cheruiyot, our driver in Meru, shares his thoughts on this awesome alpha male lion!

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.

Happy birthday Virginia!

Will Travers OBE pays tribute to his incredible mum, and Born Free’s matriarch on her 91st birthday.

World Environment Day: Treat or threat?

This World Environment Day you can be 100% forest friendly and help protect chimpanzees and gorillas when you choose shade-grown cocoa and coffee.

Memories of The Queen

Born Free’s Co-Founder and Trustee, Virginia McKenna OBE, marks Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with some personal reflections.