Why Financial Transparency Matters in Community-Led Conservation Introduction What if conservation wasn’t a guessing game? What if every dollar meant to protect wildlife and support communities was tracked and transparent for all to see? Picture a village bordering a wildlife reserve where people and nature should thrive together. A new conservation project arrives, promising
Above is a group photo after a session to validate and approve the communication strategy for Burunge WMA as developed jointly by the governance and management teams from both the Honeyguide Foundation and Burunge WMA Success Story: From Conflict to Collaboration: Unleashing the power of community ownership to transform governance in Burunge WMA Project
Photo above: Lake Burunge photo Monica Dalmaso Burunge Wildlife Management Area: A Model of Community-Led Conservation Success Background Established in 2004, the Burunge Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Northern Tanzania is a community-owned conservation haven. Strategically positioned between the iconic Tarangire and Manyara National Parks, Burunge serves as a critical migratory corridor within the
Introduction Across the vast landscapes of Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs), revenue is more than a number, and success is not just financial. Revenue serves as the backbone for communities working to balance conservation with survival. Here, pursuing financial sustainability is more than just a goal—it is a lifeline. For WMAs to survive, they must
Introduction: In the realm of conservation, success isn't just a matter of passion; it's a matter of numbers. Imagine a simple calculation: 20+40+40+100=200. While I may not be a mathematician, even these straightforward computations reveal the essence of community-based conservation. In this blog, we delve into the crucial role of financial sustainability in creating
Improving local community livelihoods and habitat through equitable governance and effective management of Burunge Wildlife Management Area Project Background Burunge Wildlife Management Area (BWMA) is a community-owned and managed protected area in Babati District, Northern Tanzania. Spanning 28,300 hectares, it is situated near Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara National Park, serving
It is too common to hear, ‘Local communities do not have the skills to manage conservation areas.’ This might be somewhat true, but shouldn’t we question why this is still the situation and what’s being done to change it? Local community members are perfectly competent, and we should focus our investments here, beyond the
Across the world, new moms face the universal dilemma of finding the balance between taking care of their children, working, and day-to-day responsibilities. If you are a parent, you will probably agree that the needs of your children come before your own. It’s no different for Zainab Matumbi, an accountant from Kimbanda WMA, who has
We at Honeyguide are often reminded that not all community areas can become financially sustainable, and whilst I totally understand this, I believe that many can achieve financial independence. We are a naturally optimistic organization, we have to be in order to approach such ambitious objectives and celebrate these fabulous results with our community partners.
Where would you like to see wildlife in Africa in thirty or fifty-plus years' time? Will our grandchildren listen to ‘once upon a time’ stories when wildlife roamed the vast plains of Africa or will we leave them the opportunity to experience it, have the ability for their soul to speak to, and touch
