NBC News has interviewed Wild Africa founders Peter Knights OBE and Corie Knights. The feature highlights how Wild Africa is working to protect Africa’s wildlife and wild spaces by harnessing the power of mass media. Through mini-documentaries, news stories, social media, music concerts, television series, and ambassador public service announcements,
Wild Africa founders Peter and Corie Knights speak to Forbes about their journeys in conservation and establishing the organisation in Africa “to help protect what was left in Africa,” as well as the pressing challenges facing the continent’s wildlife and wild spaces. The article highlights Wild Africa’s mission to bring
To help fund conservation campaigns across Africa, Wild Africa held its second U.S. fundraising gala, “Guardians of the Wild 2025,” on Saturday, November 15, 2025, in Santa Monica, California. Hosted by American actress Bo Derek, the evening brought together conservationists, philanthropists and entertainment leaders to help advance Wild Africa’s mission
In this interview, Wild Africa CEO Peter Knights emphasises why conservation messaging in Africa specifically is of critical importance. Peter calls for a new era of conservation communication, one that is local, inclusive, and engaging enough to resonate far beyond the traditional environmental community. At Wild Africa, this is our
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, emphasise using quality TV, radio,
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. Long misunderstood and unfairly portrayed
