Banning trophy hunting for animal welfare, conservation and communities
Born Free's latest initiative targets the EU trophy hunting market.
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
Saving lions together
To commemorate our special Year of the Lion, Born Free has launched an urgent public appeal to raise funds to save lives and stop suffering.
Born Free Forever lions roar into Edinburgh!
Don't miss our magnificent pride of bronze lion sculptures as they round-off their UK tour with a stay in Scotland!
A sparkling evening in aid of our Year of the Lion
Born Free’s Head of Communications and PR, Amanda Poole-Connor, reports back following our long-awaited Mane Event celebrations.
Farewell Nelson
We are heartbroken to report that our beloved Nelson has passed away at the grand old age of 22.
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!