WWF Zambia

The Western Chamber of Commerce and Industry,in collaboration with The Center for Democratic Governance and Research -TCDGR with Support from the World Wide Fund for Nature -WWF Zambia invites you to the 2025 National Budget Discussion on November 1, 2024, at Lewanika School of Nursing and Midwifery's Lecture Theatre from 14:00 to 17:00 hours. This event, themed 'Building resilience for inclusive growth and improved livelihoods,' aims to share insights on the 2025 budget presented by Honourable Dr. Situmbeko Musokotwane, provide a simplified understanding of the budget, and gather stakeholder inputs for submission to the Ministry. By attending, you will gain a deeper understanding of the budget's impact, contribute to the final document, and connect with fellow stakeholders. Please mark November 1, 2024, on your calendar. #WWFZambia #TogetherPossible #NationalBudget

🎉 Congratulations to the 50 talented innovators selected for the PachiPanda Innovation Challenge 3.0! 🎉 Powered by WWF Zambia and MTN Zambia Foundation, this year’s cohort will drive sustainable solutions for Zambia’s environmental challenges. #PachiPandaInnovation #SustainableFuture #WWFZambia MTN Zambia Foundation

With great enthusiasm, we look back at the first MoMo4C event at #COP16. 🌎 Many thanks to all participants, hope to see you again on Monday! Exploring how biodiversity and climate finance can be aligned with local realities and initiatives, investment cases from different MoMo4C landscapes were shared yesterday in Cali. We also discussed the role of public-private collaboration in the local design of investable climate and biodiversity projects. 🌱 This side event was organised by: IUCN NL Tropenbos International Wereld Natuur Fonds (WWF-NL) WWF CAMEROON A Rocha Ghana ECOTRUST Ug Tropenbos Indonesia #biodiversity #financefornature #pazconlanaturaleza #peacewithnature COP16 Colombia Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken Jan Willem den Besten Bastiaan Louman Shephard Andrew Zonde

As we conclude Zambia @60, our team at WWF Zambia has some exciting messages to share with you! Join us in celebrating six decades of independence and our ongoing journey to protect Zambia’s rich natural heritage. #WWFZambia #TogetherPossible #Zambia@60 Nalucha Bernadette Nganga Esq Inonge Sakala Patrick Bwalya Teddy Mulenga Mukula Hastings Mwelwa Fungai Musana

PRESS RELEASE 24TH OCTOBER 2024: CELEBRATING ZAMBIA @60 Lusaka, Thursday, 24th October 2024: - This year, WWF-Zambia celebrates 62 years of dedicated conservation efforts, coinciding with Zambia's 60th independence anniversary. Established in 1962, WWF-Zambia has played a pivotal role in safeguarding the nation’s rich biodiversity, which is crucial for both the economy and local livelihoods. Over the decades, the organisation has spearheaded numerous initiatives to protect natural resources, ensuring that Zambia's unique wildlife and ecosystems thrive for future generations. This milestone reflects not only the enduring commitment to environmental protection but also the progress made in promoting sustainable development in Zambia. WWF has achieved momentous mileposts that have propelled Zambia’s conservation portfolio to greater heights among them are: (i) WWF’s advocacy against large-scale infrastructure in ecologically sensitive areas, with the capacity to disrupt ecological functionality. (ii) historic Debt for Nature swap facilitation for Zambia in 1989 whose proceeds were invested to conserve lechwe populations in Kafue flats and Bangweulu wetlands. (iii) Wildlife restoration through support to protection, research and species translocations (iv) Contributing to the greening of the finance industry through the Green Finance Mainstreaming Working Group, and financing green with a pipeline exceeding USD 30 million for green initiatives. (v) Hosting the youth-focused Pachi Panda Innovation Challenge three times and extending it to four more countries. Download full presser here: https://lnkd.in/drX95puC Nalucha Bernadette Nganga Esq Fungai Musana #WWFZambia #TogetherPossible #Zambia@60

🎉 Celebrating 60 Years of Zambia's Independence & 62 Years of WWF Zambia! 🎉 As Zambia marks its 60th year of independence, WWF Zambia celebrates 62 years of unwavering commitment to conservation, starting in 1962. From protecting vital ecosystems to advocating for a greener future, we've worked tirelessly to ensure Zambia's biodiversity thrives. Together, we continue to honour our heritage and embrace the future with the theme: "60 Years Strong: Honouring Our Heritage, Embracing Our Future." 🌍 Let's keep working towards a harmonious coexistence between people and nature. #ZambiaAt60 #WWFZambia #Conservation #TogetherPossible Ministry of Green Economy and Environment - Zambia Ministry of Health of Zambia

As we gear up for Independence Day, don't miss our Country Director on ZNBC TV2 at 20:30 and TV1 just after 18:30 on Climate Check! She'll be discussing gender, youth, and marginalized groups. Tune in and join the conversation! #WWFZambia #TogetherPossible #HappyIndependenceDay Beauty Shamboko Mbale (BSc, MSc, MBA, MEIZ) Nalucha Bernadette Nganga Esq Fungai Musana

Join us today at 09:00 CAT and 10:00 EAT for the YOUTH Conference of Parties 29 WEBINAR as we chart out a roadmap for the African youth post Local Conference of Youths (LCOY) Kenya and Regional Conference of Youths (RCOY) Southern Africa 2024 ahead of COP 29 and beyond Register below to attend this Intergenerational dialogue 👇🏽 https://lnkd.in/dy3JSPBX #WWFZambia #TogetherPossible #ActForOurPlanet #COP29 #RCOY2024 Inonge Sakala

The dedicated community of Licua-Sede in Angola has shown remarkable commitment to fostering change under the Climate Adaptation and Protected Areas (CAPA) Initiative. With support from the Association for the Conservation of the Environment and Integrated Rural Development (ACADIR) and the Municipality of Mavinga, they have developed sustainable ways to enhance their livelihoods through nature-based solutions. The community successfully cleared 2 kilometres of water channels along the Luengue River. Additionally, through the Women's Association, a group of 20 women and 9 men, including 8 youths, transformed 1,600 square metres of land into agricultural plots, now cultivating onions, tomatoes, and garlic. Recently, they harvested 136 kilograms of garlic, packaging it into 9 sacks of 16 kilograms each. These will be sold for 16,000 Angolan Kwanza (approximately $17.23) per sack. The proceeds will be reinvested into purchasing seedlings, and part of the funds will go towards buying school books for local pupils. International Institute for Sustainable Development WWF-Kenya Wildlife Conservation Society Edward Meleki (PhD Scholar) #NatureBasedSolutions #WWFZambia #TogetherPossible #CAPAinKAZA #DrivingSustainability

REVIVING THE KAFUE FLATS: A 20-YEAR CONSERVATION ALLIANCE BETWEEN WWF, ICF, DNPW, AND EWT 9th October, 2024 - WWF Zambia, in partnership with the International Crane Foundation, Endangered Wildlife Trust, and the Department of National Parks and Wildlife, has embarked on a 20-year mission to conserve and restore the Kafue Flats. The alliance celebrated another significant milestone in their joint 20-year commitment to conserve and restore the Kafue Flats, a globally important wetland. WWF Zambia’s Country Director, Nalucha Nganga-Ziba, emphasised the organisation’s deep-rooted commitment: "WWF has long been a steward of the Kafue Flats. This dedication was first demonstrated nearly 60 years ago when we, as part of a consortium, purchased Lochinvar and donated it to the government to be declared a National Park. Our commitment has never faltered, and we now embark on this 20-year journey with renewed strength to preserve this wetland's rich biodiversity." The Kafue Flats, one of Zambia’s eight RAMSAR sites, is home to abundant birdlife and once supported large populations of key herbivores, such as wildebeest and eland. However, the population of Kafue lechwe has significantly declined from over 100,000 to fewer than 25,000. Community engagement and the blessings of traditional authorities are vital to restoring the flats' cultural, spiritual, and ecological values. Meanwhile, Minister of Tourism, Honourable Rodney Malindi Sikumba underscored the vital importance of harmonising human development with the protection of the Kafue Flats, recognised as a Man and Biosphere Reserve. “Strong collaboration among all stakeholders is key and our ministry will ensure long-term conservation and sustainable stewardship of this ecologically significant wetland,” he said. Dr. Rich Beilfuss, CEO of the International Crane Foundation, remarked that the Kafue Flats is one of the most important wetlands in Zambia, where herds of lechwe once thrived alongside the livelihoods, cattle, and agriculture on the surrounding plains. "We must prioritise sustainable practices that benefit both local communities and the wildlife of the Kafue Flats, ensuring a harmonious balance for future generations,” he stated. This partnership aims to restore the pride and biodiversity of the Kafue Flats for future generations.