A new study published in Ecology and Evolution finds that conservation fencing in the western Serengeti has reduced human–wildlife conflict and improved agricultural productivity, while also introducing new land-use challenges for local communities. The study, led by Tanzanian researcher Michael Kimaro, partly supported through the Research and Innovation
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
The giraffe is an iconic animal of Africa, but despite their worldwide popularity, giraffe populations in the wild are decreasing because of illegal killing and habitat loss. A study published in the Journal of Wildlife Management, led by scientists from the University of Zurich and
The Wagora Bike Ride stands as a powerful tribute to the Grumeti Fund's brave individuals who protect Africa's wildlife. It specifically honours the memory of Kitaboka Wagora, who made the ultimate sacrifice for conservation when he was tragically killed by a poacher in 2008. His
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Human-elephant conflict is on the rise across Africa and is a major threat to wildlife conservation. Crops provide a highly nutritious food source, but elephants.. Read the full press release from Colorado State University about our latest collaborative research.
The Serengeti Girls run is an experience like no other. It combines luxury travel by staying in the Singita Sabora Tented Camp, while donating to a community development project. Read the full article
We have been waiting for this day for a long time. Lindiwe, a female Rhino relocated from South Africa has given birth after relocation to the Grumeti Reserve. Read the full article
The Serengeti Girls run was created in 2018 to raise funds and awareness for female empowerment programs in Tanzania. Read the full article
Technology is one of the important and many ways we conserve. Using Vulcans EarthRanger software, immediate and proactive actions can be taken to prevent and mitigate wildlife incidents and threats Read the full article
What’s more rewarding than having the experience of a lifetime while giving back and changing lives? 14 women joined together in the Serengeti bush to run 63km while raising funds for women empowerment programs in Tanzania. Read the full article
The Serengeti Girls Run is a three day, 63 km, all-women endurance run through Tanzania's Serengeti. Navigating through iconic wilderness and wildlife, we follow 14 women from across the world as they race for a local cause -- the empowerment of women. Watch the full
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.
