Rwanda has become a focal point for global conservation through its successful protection of mountain gorillas in the Virunga Massif and Volcanoes National Park. The country’s achievements, from stabilising populations to integrating conservation into national identity, position it as an important reference point in Africa and beyond. This progress matters because the challenges shaping the...Read More

In the south-western hills of Uganda, where the borderlands of Kanungu District meet the edges of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a quiet social project continues to grow in scale and relevance. Ride 4 a Woman, a community-based initiative based in Buhoma, exists to address the practical needs of women living near one of Uganda’s most...Read More

Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park stands as one of the foremost locations for observing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. The park shelters several habituated groups, each occupying distinct ranges within its volcanic slopes. Trek durations and physical demands vary significantly, shaped by factors such as altitude, distance from trailheads, and daily gorilla movements. These differences...Read More