April 28, 2025
We are thrilled to share some exciting news from the Elephants for Africa research team! Geke Woudstra, who completed her master’s research with us, has officially […]
April 7, 2025
We recently hosted the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) whilst they filmed this thought-provoking, in-depth news article. The headline is WILD, the content covers many complex issues […]
March 27, 2025
The African savannah elephant, a keystone species and ecosystem engineer, faces an increasingly fragmented world. Historical estimates suggest that today’s population—approximately 400,000 individuals—represents only about 2% […]
December 6, 2024
Congratulations to Simon on passing his Masters with distinction. Simon was with us in our field camp from January – May 2024, working hard on the […]
March 19, 2024
As many of you know, much of southern Africa is currently experiencing severe drought and intense heat, which pose significant threats to wildlife and communities alike. […]
December 17, 2023
Dear Elephants for Africa Supporters, As the festive season approaches and we reflect on the impactful journey of 2023, we are thrilled to share some exciting […]
July 24, 2023
We caught one of our collared elephants showing signs of musth on our camera traps and his collar data then showed him streaking away – probably […]
May 11, 2023
Huge congratulations to Dr Connie Allen for winning the Journal, Animals 2022 Best PhD Thesis Award. Her thesis “Importance of older males: influence of age structure on […]
May 11, 2023
Searching through the internet for something completely unrelated, Dr Kate Evans, came across this beautiful short video that was shot at one of the many Hugo […]
September 20, 2022
Collaring by Helen Mylne Wow, what an experience! Working with Elephants for Africa to help collar these bulls was one of the most exciting days of […]
September 20, 2022
Being a life-long enthusiast of exploration and wildlife; Botswana has always been on the top of my list to visit. The allure of its’ vast wilderness […]
February 8, 2022
My name is Mogomotsi Radinonyane from Serowe, situated in the Central part of Botswana and I’ve recently joined Elephants for Africa as the Community Outreach Officer. […]
February 7, 2022
We are excited to currently be hosting two interns from the Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources at our research camp in Botswana and so […]
February 7, 2022
We are excited to currently be hosting two interns from the Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources at our research camp in Botswana and so […]
December 21, 2021
Elephants for Africa (EfA) is a registered charity in England & Wales and NGO in Botswana dedicated to the conservation of the African savannah elephant through […]
November 17, 2021
It is so inspiring to learn about the initiatives people have created and are passionate about. During the awards ceremony of the Global Good Awards, we […]
November 16, 2021
We are excited to announce a new fundraising partnership with Planete Vivante who will be supporting our work by donating 10% of their profits. They sell […]
August 20, 2021
Elephants for Africa (EfA) is a registered NGO in Botswana dedicated to the conservation of the African savannah elephant through research and education. Our research focuses […]
July 22, 2021
My name is Koketso Mosimanewamokwena, I am a final year student pursuing BScin Range Sciences at Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources(BUAN). I am passionate […]
October 23, 2020
Summary The Scientific Officer (SO) has overall management and operational responsibility for Elephants for Africa’s research program in Botswana, including financial reporting and fundraising for existing […]
July 8, 2020
Many of you have reached out to us in recent days expressing your concern over the unexplained deaths of elephants in Botswana. Here is a summary […]
April 21, 2020
Elephants for Africa is taking part in the 2.6 challenge…. …..and we would love you to get on board. The 26th of April would have been the London Marathon, an event […]
December 3, 2019
For #GivingTuesday we are launching our Festive Fundraiser to raise funds to look after two vital members of our team, our old landcruisers Leya and Shumba. #Donate today at bit.ly/EfA_Donate […]
November 17, 2019
Car packed to the fullest, sun and sand heating up and three excited explorers. Rebecca, Charlotte and I were all ready for our adventure to the […]
November 5, 2018
As things hot up in Botswana and the farmers are busy preparing their fields for the rains whilst the elephants seek comfort in the cooling waters of […]
July 19, 2018
Earlier this year we were contacted by the Mara Elephant Project as they had spotted that, along with their hard work and dedication to the conservation […]
January 29, 2018
Farming at the border of National Parks in Africa can lead to conflict with wildlife, due to the belief that wild animals bring disease, prey upon […]
August 31, 2017
It has been less than a month since I took charge at EfA’s Makgadikgadi Research Camp but there has certainly been excitement. First, two leopards decided […]
August 10, 2017
The more time I spend with elephants the harder it is not to draw parallels with humans, the close knit families of female herds, and the […]