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How private sector can lead conservation charge in Africa

Rhinos at Lewa Conservancy. Modern technology and partnership with the local community have enabled the conservation to curb poaching of rhinos in the sanctuary. [George Kaimenyi, Standard]

It's no doubt Africa is home to some of the world's most endangered species of animals. To protect these populations from further decline, there is need to empower local communities through conservation-friendly development and work with agencies and organizations to protect Africa's natural resources.

Whether it is humans poaching wildlife or wildlife attacking people and their livestock, the problem cuts both ways. The needs of people and wildlife are slowly, showing greater success through electrical fence controls, and needs more education, training, funding, and strategic support for the communities and authorities' partnerships.

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