1. Skip to content
  2. Skip to main menu
  3. Skip to more DW sites
In focus
UkraineGazaTrump administration
Latest audioLatest videos
Live TV
Nature and EnvironmentUganda

Why protecting wildlife benefits humans | Eco Africa

26:04

This browser does not support the video element.

June 5, 2025

The former poachers turned gorilla guardians in Uganda, how beavers took charge of a wetland restoration project in Czech Republic and an animal rescue project in South Africa that keeps teenagers off the streets.

Skip next section More on Nature and Environment from Africa

More on Nature and Environment from Africa

New technology helps to track elephants in Zimbabwe

Searching for food, elephants often wander into villages in Zimbabwe, damaging crops and putting lives at risk.
Nature and EnvironmentMay 30, 202502:26 min

Ghana races to preserve rare Atewa slippery frog

A conservation organization is working with communities in Ghana to bring the Atewa slippery frog back from the brink.
Nature and EnvironmentMay 27, 202502:26 min

Citizens transform urban green space in Zimbabwe

With Africa's urban population expected to double by 2050, green city spaces will be vital.
Nature and EnvironmentMay 26, 202505:36 min
Show more
Skip next section More on Nature and Environment from around the world

More on Nature and Environment from around the world

India's Konyak tribe rethinks tradition to save wildlife

Traditional hunting and farming practices were emptying Nagaland forests. Now, this village is focused on conservation.
Nature and EnvironmentJune 10, 202507:48 min

The US is giving up on climate — others are cashing in

Trump rolled back decades of climate policy in his first days in office. What impact will he have on global progress?
Nature and EnvironmentMay 23, 202509:53 min

From trash to treasure: How to consume less and recycle more

To live a waste free life, but how? HER introduces women with creative and innovative ideas.
Nature and EnvironmentMay 13, 202518:06 min
Show more
Skip next section More from this show

More from this show

Local initiatives drive efforts to make Abidjan an eco-city

Schoolchildren, entrepreneurs and farmers are helping make Abidjan greener.
Nature and EnvironmentJune 12, 202505:38 min

South African teenagers helping animals — and themselves

Young volunteers at an animal welfare project are educating others about animal cruelty, giving them a sense of purpose.
Nature and EnvironmentJune 11, 202502:21 min

In Uganda, former poachers now protect mountain gorillas

In Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, former poachers turned "gorilla guardians" are supporting conservation efforts.
Nature and EnvironmentJune 10, 202506:05 min
Show more
Skip next section About the show

About the show

Eco Africa — The Environment Magazine

At DW’s Eco Africa, we are dedicated to promoting innovative concepts that safeguard our environment and enhance our livelihoods. Our weekly program highlights inspiring ideas from Africa and Europe, focusing on sustainable living and technology-driven solutions to the climate crisis.

Go to show Eco Africa
Skip next section DW's Top Story

DW's Top Story

Iran launches retaliatory missile attack on Israel

Israel's military says Iran has launched dozens of ballistic missiles. DW has more.
ConflictsJune 13, 2025

Gulf states anxious about being drawn into Israel-Iran fight

ConflictsJune 13, 2025

Lebanon: Is Hezbollah too weak to come to Iran's aid?

PoliticsJune 13, 2025

Israel launches strikes on Iran, sparking fears of wider war

ConflictsJune 13, 202502:47 min
Skip next section More stories from DW

More stories from DW

Africa

World fails to meet 2025 child labor target

World fails to meet 2025 child labor target

Human RightsJune 12, 2025
More from Africa

Asia

Modi's G7 visit: Can India, Canada reset strained ties?

Modi's G7 visit: Can India, Canada reset strained ties?

ConflictsJune 13, 2025
More from Asia

Germany

Israel attacks put pressure on Germany's Middle East policy

Israel attacks put pressure on Germany's Middle East policy

ConflictsJune 13, 2025
More from Germany

Europe

Belarus opposition: New sanctions could harm Lukashenko

Belarus opposition: New sanctions could harm Lukashenko

PoliticsJune 13, 202513:38 min
More from Europe

Middle East

Fact check: Many viral fakes after Israel's attack on Iran

Fact check: Many viral fakes after Israel's attack on Iran

PoliticsJune 13, 2025
More from Middle East

North America

US prepares for 'No Kings' protests against Trump

US prepares for 'No Kings' protests against Trump

PoliticsJune 13, 2025
More from North America

Latin America

Brazil rules social media platforms liable for users' posts

Brazil rules social media platforms liable for users' posts

TechnologyJune 12, 2025
More from Latin America
Go to homepage