Africa
Find out where and how NABU is active in Africa
Africa is a continent of contrasts. It harbours a fascinating variety of ethnic groups, traditions, biodiversity, and great national parks with thousands of migrating species. But it is also affected by climate change, natural catastrophes, population growth, and poverty. Because people often depend directly on the natural resources of their environment, many of Africa's unique habitats and ecosystems suffer from overuse, edging ever closer to collapse.
Together with local people, authorities and governments, NABU works on community-based management concepts for the use and conservation of endangered ecosystems.
NABU on the ground in Africa
Click the locations in below map to find out where and how NABU is active in Africa.
OUR FOCUS COUNTRy IN AFRICA
our africa projects in detail
Women play a decisive role in the fight against the climate crisis. The project AfricElle helps over 20,000 women throughout six African countries to conduct nature- and climate-friendly farming operations, and strengthens their efforts on behalf of nature. more →
The ecosystem faces severe strain from population growth, climate change, and industry. NABU Ethiopia's initiative addresses these challenges by enhancing regional sustainability and conservation through collaborative, community-driven efforts. more →
Fragmentation and degradation are threatening Ethiopia's diverse forest landscapes and thus the country's biodiversity and food security. In Southwest Ethiopia, NABU and its partners are therefore implementing action plans to restore the precious forests. more →
Salt, honey, mangrove conservation: NABU and SOS-Forêts are promoting sustainable sources of income for women in the area surrounding Azagny National Park, such as natural salt production and beekeeping. The focus is on nature conservation. more →
The project Green Change builds the resilience of people and nature in times of climate crisis. Our work in the Yayu Biosphere Reserve supports sustainable land use, the planting of old varieties and the empowerment of women and youth through generated income. more →
Iko Esai in Nigeria, Africa, is home to precious tropical rainforest and extraordinary biodiversity, including gorillas, chimpanzees and forest elephants. In collaboration with local communities and partners, NABU protects the forest and secures livelihoods. more →
The protected area Mahavavy-Kinkony in Madagascar suffers from degradation of its coastal ecosystems. NABU and ASITY Madagascar joined forces supporting communities for restoring ecosystems, improving livelihoods and responding to the impacts of climate change. more →
NABU and six African NGOs are setting up regional cluster networks for enhancing organisational development of green NGOs in Africa and supporting local farmers in adapting agricultural systems to climate change. more →
Kafa Biosphere Reserve is challenged by the lack of sustainable employment and innovation for green development and adaptation to the impacts of climate change. The project aims at structuring the up to now non-commercialised garden coffee value chain. more →
Degradation of highland forest landscapes of South Ethiopia is a serious threat to livelihoods and biodiversity. NABU is engaged with the goal of preserving the forests of Bench-Sheko, Kafa & Sheka as carbon sinks and long-term ecosystem service suppliers. more →
By capacitating coffee farmers for better yields and climate resilience, supporting local communities with forest-oriented income and sustaining the biosphere reserve and its ecosystems, we aim to maintain the unique forests of Yayu Biosphe Reserve. more →
The largest lake in Ethiopia, Lake Tana, is a source of life for 4 million people in the region. Over the course of the last decade, however, the consequences of increased industrialisation and development have been posing a threat to this vital water supply. more →
Using charcoal for fuel releases carbon that damages the climate and threatens natural forests. NABU is spreading awareness and empowering women to promote the use of sustainable briquettes made from coffee husks as an alternative fuel source. more →
focus regions overview
All over the world biodiversity is at risk, and with it people's quality of life. Nature conservation must transcend borders. Together with international partners, NABU is active in these regions: Europe, Africa, Central Asia, South East Asia and the Caucasus. more →