Environment

New agreement between South Africa and Vietnam - A turning point in tackling rhino poaching crisis, say WWF, TRAFFIC

A pivotal moment in efforts to tackle the current rhino poaching crisis took place today as the governments of South Africa and Vietnam signed a Memorandum of Understanding to improve co-operation between the two states on biodiversity conservation...

Ban welcomes outcome of UN climate change talks in Doha

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Climate change is a growing cause of displacement in Africa, where some areas have been...

UN launches $1.3 billion appeal for humanitarian needs in Somalia

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Women and children wait for assistance from the drought/famine in Dolo, southern Somalia.

World Wildlife Fund to Push Frontier of Conservation with Google Global Impact Award

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Eco guards on anti-poaching patrol on the Oua river in North West Gabon.