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The Reshaping of a National Park - Magoé
A year ago, Magoe National Park was facing a growing crisis. Reports from communities, local authorities, and national media pointed to the same reality: people and elephants were colliding at an alarming rate. In 2025 alone, at least 15 people lost their lives, 10 were seriously injured, and more than 60 incidents of crop destruction and community disruption were recorded. Something had to change. Supported by MozRural and BIOFUND, MWA and Magoe National Park launched an amb
Jun 103 min read


A Month of Progress for People and Wildlife
May was a busy month for Human-Wildlife Conflict mitigation in Mozambique. In a single month, four new Protected Farming Communities were established across two landscapes: Duco and Chivonguene in Magude, and Bairro Guebuza 1, Bairro Guebuza 2 and Nhabando in the Magoé landscape, Tete Province. For families living alongside elephants, hippos, and buffalo, this means more than fencing. It means sleeping at night without fear of losing an entire harvest before sunrise. It means
Jun 82 min read


Healthy Dogs. Safer Communities.
This week our veterinary team carried out the first vaccination campaign of the year in Debinduana, Namaacha - one of MWA’s Protected Farming Communities. 35 dogs vaccinated, protecting 67% of the local dog population against rabies. This work is part of our One Health approach , recognizing that the health of people, domestic animals, wildlife, and ecosystems is deeply connected. Healthier domestic animals reduce disease risk and help strengthen communities living alongsid
Mar 111 min read


Human-Wildlife Conflict Training Across Mozambique
In the face of rising Human-Wildlife Conflict (HWC), technical capacity matters. But local capacity matters more. By June 2025, MWA has...
Jun 2, 20251 min read


HWC Management Starts on the Ground
Last week, we carried out our first Human-Wildlife Conflict (HWC) training of the year, in Magoe National Park , in partnership with...
Apr 8, 20251 min read


12 Days, 4 Communities, 0 Crops Lost
In just 12 days, our teams have been on the ground, reinforcing the defenses of three Protected Farming Communities (PFCs) and...
Mar 12, 20251 min read


Safe Crops, Strong Communities
Last week, something unexpected happened in one of our Protected Farming Communities in Incomati Rengue, which shelters and supports 45...
Feb 25, 20251 min read


HWC Team In Action!
The past weeks have been all about boots on the ground, action in the field, and real impact where it matters most! Our Human-Wildlife...
Feb 14, 20251 min read


Starting the Year with Stories That Matter
Behind every protected farming community is a story of transformation, perseverance, and impact. In the heart of Manjacaze district, Memo...
Jan 23, 20251 min read


Empowering Coexistence: MWA in Action
Over the course of 14 days, the Mozambique Wildlife Alliance’s (MWA) Human-Wildlife Conflict (HWC) team embarked on an impactful journey...
Dec 12, 20241 min read


Safeguarding Communities and Wildlife Through Vaccination Campaigns
As we approach World Rabies Day, we take a moment to celebrate the vital work we've done this year through our rabies vaccination...
Sep 27, 20241 min read


Empowering Communities: Training in Action
Since January 2024, our team has been on the move, delivering crucial training sessions across Mozambique. With 12 sessions completed ,...
Sep 18, 20242 min read


Protected Farming Communities
50 Hectares of Farmland Secured, 72 Families Empowered Our human-wildlife conflict (HWC) team recently completed a 9-day operation to...
Aug 22, 20241 min read


Atanásio’s POV: Shepherd and Wildlife Protector
Meet Atanásio, a dedicated shepherd from Moamba, Mozambique, whose work with the Rapid Response Unit (RRU) is making a significant impact...
Aug 5, 20241 min read


Empowering Communities: Mitigating Human-Wildlife Conflict in Macuacua
In Macuacua administrative post and within the Chang Agricultural Association, a initiative has been underway to address a persistent...
Mar 13, 20241 min read


2023: Successes and Challenges in Human-Wildlife Conflict Mitigation
Earlier this week, we shared a comprehensive recap of the Veterinary Pillar's accomplishments in 2023. Today, let's take a closer look at...
Feb 2, 20242 min read


2023: Veterinary Operations That Defined a Year of Conservation
As we reflect on 2023, join us in revisiting some remarkable moments in our ongoing mission to protect and preserve Mozambique's wild...
Jan 31, 20242 min read


Herding for Health: Maputo National Park
Maputo National Park introduces the Herding for Health project, a pragmatic community-driven livestock management model designed to...
Jan 24, 20241 min read


Matsequenha Dreams: Opening Doors
"Matsequenha Dreams: Opening Doors" was a collaboration with the Namaacha District Authorities, the Matsequenha Community and the...
Jan 17, 20241 min read


Mitigating Human-Wildlife Conflict: Chimanimani National Park Rangers Training Mission
In a concerted effort to address the escalating human-wildlife conflict in Chimanimani National Park, the MWA team recently conducted a...
Dec 11, 20231 min read
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