Story | 30 Aug, 2023
We feature the story of Amalie Mara Miyesa who gives an account of how her life transformed through her participation in The Restoration Initiave project in the Tana Delta region.
Story | 27 Jul, 2023
Inspiring places: why are national parks so important to the people of Kenya?
When Kenya’s first post-independence leader, Jomo Kenyatta, gazetted what is now known as Nairobi National Park for the exclusive use by wildlife, he had this to say:
“The natural resources of this country – its wildlife, which offers such an attraction to visitors from all…
Page | 26 Jul, 2023
Enhancing Climate Resilience of Biodiversity Hotspots in Jordan
The project "Enhancing Climate Resilience of Biodiversity hotspots in Jordan" aims to enhance the resilience of vulnerable ecosystems and communities dependent on natural resources, to mitigate the adverse impacts of climate change. Well-designed and effectively managed protected areas provide…
Page | 18 Sep, 2023
Job Creation to Prevent Soil Erosion and Reduce Evaporation in Zarqa Ma'in Dam
The project is funded by GIZ- Die Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, and the project aims to Improve the living conditions of the Jordanian host communities and Syrian refugees by creating job opportunities to reduce soil erosion and minimize evaporation in the Zarqa Ma'in…
Page | 25 Jul, 2023
Boosting Nexus Framework Implementation in the Mediterranean, Funded by PRIMA-EU for three years started since May 2022.
BONEX objectives are to provide practical and adapted tools, examine concrete and context-adapted technological innovations, enhance policies and governance…
Story | 30 Jun, 2023
Conservation and anti-poaching initiatives in Africa have often overlooked the invaluable perspectives and involvement of local communities living in important conservation landscapes. Learn how the…
Story | 29 Jun, 2023
Navigating transboundary waters in Eastern and Southern Africa
Water, a precious resource that knows no boundaries, plays a vital role in sustaining ecosystems and supporting socio-economic development. Effective management and governance of transboundary water resources are crucial to ensure sustainable development in regions where multiple countries share…
News | 15 Jun, 2023
Strong commitment to foster Nature-based Solutions for resilient landscapes in Central Asia
For two days, decision-makers, policy leaders, experts, and practitioners from Central Asia discussed scaling up Nature-based Solutions for resilient landscapes and communities in the region.
IUCN event
The Regional Dialogue: Scaling up Nature-based Solutions for resilient landscapes in Central Asia
This strategic regional dialogue is organised jointly by IUCN ECARO and the Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection and Climate Change of the Republic of Uzbekistan, and it aims to enable relevant actors in Central Asia to gain a common understanding of the Nature-based Solutions concept,…
Story | 07 Jun, 2023
Restoration businesses boost income and sustainable land management
Restoration-linked businesses contributing to improved household income and sustainable land management in the Tana River delta.