Africa

This week, we welcomed the inclusion of the donkey skin trade in a new e-learning course on the illegal wildlife trade launched by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO).

In our expert interview series, we investigate human-equine relationships with Dr Martha Geiger and learn what it means to ‘hear’ donkeys’ voices.

To mark the UN's International Day for Rural Women (15 October), we look to our collaborative project with Women and Land Zimbabwe, where we are working with women to improve the welfare of their working donkeys.

Learn about the research we carried out and supported in 2023 and the difference it has made to the lives of donkeys and their hybrids.

We welcome news that the African Union has called for urgent action to prioritise the ban on the slaughter of donkeys for their skins, in a letter to member states.

To mark World Rabies Day (28 September), efforts to combat this devastating disease have ramped up in Kenya and Mexico thanks to lifesaving vaccination programmes.

In our expert interview series, we learn how arts and theatre is being used in Kenya to impact donkey welfare and connect with hard-to-reach communities.

In our expert interview series, we explore the world of wildlife crime and trafficking with Conservation Scientist Jennifer Croes, and how this intersects with donkeys.

Follow Lead Veterinary Surgeon Emma O’Hagan to Kenya, as she helps deliver a lifesaving vaccination programme and understands more about the health conditions faced by donkeys.