WCP

A United Front for Conservation. WCP has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Anti-Corruption Commission Zambia (ACC) to promote corruption-free conservation of Zambia’s wildlife and environment. The ACC plays a critical role in combating wildlife and environmental crimes by detecting corrupt practices, enforcing laws, and targeting high-level criminals involved in these offenses. Through this partnership, WCP will support the ACC through capacity-building, court monitoring, technical and logistical support, equipment provision, and awareness support. Together, we are strengthening efforts to detect, investigate, and prosecute corruption linked to wildlife and environmental crimes. #UnitedforNature #ConservationPartnerships #WildlifeProtection #Zambia #AntiCorruption #WCP

We’re making meaningful strides in understanding the illegal pangolin trade in Zambia! Our baseline study was carried out last year and has provided great insights into local contexts and potential strategies to address this illicit trade effectively. Our goal? To build impactful interventions that empower and educate our communities. Special thanks to our partners GIZ Zambia, the Department of National Parks & Wildlife, University of Oxford, Copperbelt University, and FQM Zambia for their invaluable support in guiding us toward sustainable solutions. Together, we’re working to end pangolin trafficking and protect Zambia’s wildlife. #ProtectthePangolins #WildlifeConservation #PangolinConservation #EndWildlifeTrafficking

After gathering data for our baseline study on the illegal pangolin trade in Zambia, we’re excited to share that analysis has led us to a priority group working alongside us to tackle this pressing issue. Through three interactive workshops in Solwezi, we collaborated on identifying effective and culturally sensitive interventions aimed at reducing pangolin trade and consumption. This co-design approach ensures our efforts resonate with the community and create lasting change. This pioneering social research study on the protection of pangolins in Zambia marks an important step forward in wildlife conservation. #WCPZambia #ProtectthePangolins #CommunityDrivenChange #WildlifeConservation

Continuing our mission to understand the drivers of the illegal pangolin trade in Zambia, WCP Communications Officer Maina Malaya visited Mungwi District in the Northern Province. Maina met with key stakeholders, including the Department of National Parks & Wildlife, where Area Warden Mr. Ngandu and Senior Ranger Mr. Lyamba showed strong support for raising pangolin awareness. She also had a productive meeting with Mungwi District Commissioner Mr. Musonda Muma, who helped coordinate an important visit with Paramount Chief Chiti Mukulu. Paramount Chief Chiti Mukulu emphasised the value of educating the community on pangolin protection and shared his excitement for the positive impact our work will bring. #SaveThePangolins #WCPZambia #CommunityConservation #ProtectOurWildlife

During our recent data collection journey in Solwezi, WCP Communications Officer Maina Malaya, alongside the FQM Zambia team, had the honour of paying a courtesy visit to Chief Mumena of the Kaonde-speaking people. Maina shared insights on our baseline study aimed at uncovering the key drivers of the illegal pangolin trade in Zambia. The meeting was productive, with Chief Mumena welcoming our efforts and inviting his team to join the conversation. He expressed eagerness to see our findings and future campaign plans in action to help protect this precious species. #ConservationInAction #ProtectOurWildlife #WCPZambia #PangolinConservation #CommunityCollaboration

#TBT to our Women for Conservation event on Personal Branding in partnership with Yellow Ray Digital Agency! The session was packed with valuable insights from the amazing Yellow Ray team and the always-inspiring and influential Moono Chungu. Looking forward to building on these incredible collaborations in 2025!

Stepping into 2025, we're filled with hope and determination to continue our mission of protecting wildlife and combating the illegal wildlife trade. Every effort brings us closer to a future where nature thrives, and biodiversity flourishes. Thank you to our partners, supporters, and communities for supporting us on this journey. Together, we will make a more significant impact and meaningful change for conservation this year. Here's to another year of collaboration, progress, and protecting our environment! 📸: Mana Meadows #NewYear #newgoals2025 #Conservation2025 #ProtectWildlife #Protectourenvironment

Recently, WCP’s legal team conducted a two-day human rights training in Nyimba and Petauke districts, Eastern Province to empower community scouts and wildlife police officers. With 36 participants, including Senior Rangers, Wildlife Police Officers, and Community Scouts, the sessions fostered collaboration and shared learning among Zambia’s conservation law enforcement heroes. The training focused on Zambia’s legal framework, covering the Wildlife Act, Forest Act, Firearms Act, and Fisheries Act, and emphasised the critical role of human rights in law enforcement. Participants left with a renewed commitment to protect wildlife while upholding human dignity and rights. Furthering WCP’s commitment to strengthening law enforcement in conservation by building a future where conservation and justice go hand in hand. #WCJ #LawEnforcement #ConservationHeroes #ZambiaWildlife #HumanRights

Behind every impactful story is a journalist empowered with the right skills. Through its Environmental Crime Journalism (ECJ) fellowship, WCP Zambia recently hosted a 5-day Investigative Journalism Training, facilitated by Makanday. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to strengthening local journalists’ capacity to expose environmental crimes and drive meaningful change. The training featured: - Sessions with the Drug Enforcement Commission on the intersection of law enforcement and environmental crimes. - Insights from the Anti-Corruption Commission Zambia on addressing corruption-related cases. - Practical exercises in investigative journalism, interviewing techniques, media law, ethics, and fact-checking. - Training on using the E-Government portal for accessing crucial information. We are proud to support the next generation of investigative journalists in addressing critical environmental issues. #InvestigativeJournalism #EnvironmentalCrime #WCPZambia #CapacityBuilding #SustainableFuture

What’s your story, and how are you telling it? At the recent Women for Conservation Chapter gathering at Kiwi Café, we delved into the power of personal branding in driving conservation impact. With expert guidance from Yellow Ray Digital Agency, participants gained practical tips to craft authentic and compelling brands. The highlight of the event? Moono Chungu sharing her inspiring journey and showing how storytelling rooted in authenticity can create real change. Together, we’re shaping the narratives that inspire action for our planet. We’d love to hear from you! How do you use your voice to champion conservation? Share your story in the comments. #WomenForConservation #StorytellingForChange #BuildingYourBrand #ConservationMatters