When 17-year-old Ludala arrived at the Environmental Education Center (EEC) for the first time, he expected to learn about wildlife and nature. Growing up in a village bordering the vast landscapes of western Serengeti, he had always heard about the animals that make the region
When people picture wildlife conservation, they often imagine tracking elephants, collaring lions, or dramatic rescues in the wild. But some of the most important conservation work starts with something far less thrilling: measuring grass. In savanna ecosystems, grass is not just scenery, it is the foundation
AUTHORS Vainess Laizer, Peter S Goodman, Noel Mbise, Claire Bracebridge, Kate Tiedeman, Corrine J Kendall, Robert Byamungu, Shombe N Hassan, and Kristen D Snyder ABSTRACT The White-backed Vulture Gyps africanus is Critically Endangered because of its decline across its range in Africa, largely due to poisoning. The western
January is often seen as a time of renewal, a chance to set intentions and look ahead. For the Grumeti Fund, renewal takes on a deeper meaning: restoring life to animals harmed by one of conservation’s most devastating threats, wire snares. Wire snares are silent killers.
As we begin to wrap up 2025, we are proud of everything that we have achieved together. This year, we welcomed 52 new rangers, rescued 27 animals from wire snares, empowered over 1,500 girls through workshops, and supported more than 120 students with scholarships. We
Authors George Lohay, David Pearce, Monica L. Bond, Alex Lobora, Derek E. Lee, Douglas Cavener A new study published in the African Journal of Wildlife Research provides clear genetic evidence that Tanzania's Eastern Arc Mountains act as a major natural barrier separating populations of two iconic species: the African savanna elephant (Loxodonta africana) and the Masai
On the Serengeti plains, 15 women ran not just for distance, but for possibility. Each mile fueled by a shared purpose - to uplift and empower Tanzanian girls who deserve the chance to learn, to choose, and to dream without limits. The 8th Serengeti Girls
Earlier this month, our Relationships Department hosted a traditional dance competition aimed at celebrating culture while promoting wildlife conservation. Over two weeks, fourteen dance groups from communities bordering the Ikorongo - Grumeti concession area came together, each representing their unique tribal heritage and a collective
Authors: Ramadhan Juma, Alfred Kikoti, Kristen D. Snyder, Eivin Røskaft, Peter S. Ranke, Han Olff, Alex Lobora, Godwell Ole Meing'ataki, Michael H. Kimaro ABSTRACT The African savannah elephant (Loxodonta africana) is listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. The Ruaha–Rungwa ecosystem supports Tanzania's largest elephant population and remains a critical yet understudied stronghold for elephant conservation in East Africa.
Today, on Wildlife Ranger Challenge Day, we take a moment to honour the extraordinary men and women who stand on the frontlines of conservation. Rangers are far more than uniformed patrols in the wild – they are the steadfast guardians of endangered species, the protectors
Every hero has their time in the spotlight, and for Tony, that spotlight came not on a stage, but in the dusty tracks and thick bush of the Serengeti. With his sharp nose and unbreakable spirit, Tony has spent eight devoted years with the anti-poaching
In a world where location influences everything, from climate change policies to wildlife conservation, GIS has emerged as a truly global language. From July 14 to 19, our RISE facility, in collaboration with leading institutions including Pennsylvania State University, Montana State University Billings, the University
In the United States, the Grumeti Fund is a fiscally-sponsored project of the African Community & Conservation Foundation, Inc. (“ACCF”), a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Tax-deductible donations to ACCF are granted to the Grumeti Fund to support our work.
