For World Rhino Day, the Tanzanian newspaper The Guardian reported encouraging news that rhino poaching in Africa fell in 2024 to its lowest levels since 2013, with 516 rhinos killed illegally. While global rhino numbers are gradually recovering (estimated at 26,700 individuals), Peter Knights OBE,
The lion, an enduring symbol of Africa’s wild spirit, faces a grim and uncertain future. Once roaming freely across the continent, this iconic predator is now extinct in 26 African countries, with its remaining wild populations confined to a mere 7% of their historic range.
Founder and CEO of Mongabay, Rhett Ayers Butler, interviewed Peter about why conservation messaging in Africa specifically is of critical importance. Peter discusses the need for communication that resonates beyond the traditional environmental community — messaging that is local, inclusive, and engaging. This is exactly
As the world celebrated World Zoonoses Day, This Day Live highlighted Wild Africa’s call for urgent and consistent action to reduce the risk of future pandemics by curbing the illegal bushmeat trade, expediting the passage of the new wildlife bill, and protecting natural habitats. Zoonotic
Corie and Peter Knights, founders of Wild Africa, are dedicated to global wildlife conservation through mass communication. Their work aims to build widespread public support for wildlife protection, believing that awareness is fundamental to fostering care. The Knights, who have walked Rwanda’s forests numerous times,
For World Turtle Day 2025, The Guardian newspaper highlighted the critical threats faced by sea turtles, particularly in Tanzania. Despite their vital role in maintaining healthy marine ecosystems and supporting coastal communities, sea turtles are endangered by a range of human-driven threats, including exploitation for
Hyenas Unmasked: Rethinking Africa’s Misunderstood Carnivores. Peter Knights OBE, CEO of Wild Africa, joined The Jet Set Breakfast on SAFM to discuss the crucial, but often overlooked role hyenas play in maintaining healthy ecosystems, and why we need to shift perceptions to ensure their survival.
