Plundering paradise: The human cost of bio-piracy in Africa’s national parks
While tourists flock to witness the mesmerising wildlife, a darker trade lurks beneath the surface: bio-piracy.
By Tonderayi Matonho
May. 5, 2025
Scientists fit tracking device to Hwange elephants
The recent operation brings to 16 the number of elephants collared by IFAW and ZimParks since early 2024.
By Staff Reporter
May. 1, 2025
18 killed in human-wildlife conflicts
Last year, the country recorded 15 deaths and 43 injuries in the first quarter.
By Nunurai Jena
Apr. 16, 2025
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Lake Kariba’s hippo population boosts tourism
According to Jesse Zvikonyaukwa, a conservationist, hippos play a vital role in maintaining the ecological balance of Lake Kariba.
By Obert Siamilandu
Apr. 3, 2025
Let’s balance environmental, economic interests
Hwange National Park, spanning 15 000 square kilometres in the coal-rich Hwange district, is a protected area of immense ecological and economic significance.
By Tinashe Kairiza
Mar. 14, 2025
Kariba woman loses hand in attack by hyena
The incident occurred around 7pm when Stella Muzambi was at her homestead at the periphery of the village.
By Obert Siamilandu
Mar. 10, 2025
Wildlife conservation group wets thirsty Hwange
In its end of year report published this month, the Friends of Hwange Trust (FOH) said the devastating El Niño-induced drought led to another extremely tough year.
By Silas Nkala
Dec. 11, 2024
Parks Authority, Redcliff council petitioned over elimination of baboons
Obert Chinhamo has since written to Parks Authority and the Redcliff Municipality expressing concern over the culling of baboons using poison.
By Silas Nkala
Aug. 29, 2024
Fresh uproar over Vic Falls protected zone
In another letter addressed to the two ministers, Norton singled out ZimParks for disputing that the commercial enterprises run by Scanner Investments and Adage lie in the red zone.
By Tinashe Kairiza
Aug. 16, 2024
