CONSERVATION NEWS
Incident Report: Poachers Apprehended!
While on patrol during the day near the Miliot Gate, Nsefu Wildlife Rangers (Scouts) heard gun shots in the distance and immediately headed in that direction.
They had to cover around 35 kilometers (21.75 miles) in order to track down the source of the gunshots and after several hours of searching, they eventually apprehended two suspects, while a third was able to get away.
This was exclusively a Nsefu Wildlife Ranger operation.
Our Wildlife Rangers put their lives on the line daily and we ask that you consider becoming a supporter of Nsefu Wildlife, so that we can continue to protect wildlife in Zambia.
Learn more about Nsefu Wildlife Programs: https://nsefu.org/nsefu-wildlife-programs
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DNPW TAKES FIRM ACTION AGAINST WILDLIFE CRIME AMIDST ONGOING CASES
March 7, 2025 No Comments
Reported by: The Agency Media.
Date: 7th March 2025.
Lusaka, Zambia.
Zambia’s Department of National Parks and Wildlife (DNPW) has reaffirmed its unwavering stance against poaching and wildlife crimes, emphasizing its commitment to upholding conservation laws and preserving the nation’s rich biodiversity. The department continues to demonstrate its zero-tolerance policy by taking legal action against individuals, including its own officers, implicated in illegal wildlife activities.
In a recent case that underscores the seriousness of the fight against wildlife crimes, two Wildlife Police Officers stationed in the Mumbwa Kafue Region—Charles Mundia and Bramwell Kalangwa—are facing legal action for their alleged involvement in poaching. The officers were implicated in the illegal killing of an impala and a hartebeest on 27th January 2025.
Following an internal investigation, both officers were formally charged with:
Unlawful possession of a government trophy, in violation of Section 97 of the Zambia Wildlife Act No. 14 of 2015, as read with Statutory Instrument No. 41.
Unlawful hunting, contrary to Section 19 of the same Act.
The accused officers appeared before the Mumbwa Magistrate Court on 25th February 2025, where they pleaded not guilty. Their trial is scheduled to commence on 13th March 2025. DNPW has strongly condemned the involvement of law enforcement officers in such offenses, reinforcing its commitment to accountability within its ranks.
In a separate case that further highlights the breadth of the government’s crackdown on poaching, a local magistrate has been convicted for multiple wildlife offenses. Bowas Katwamba, a 48-year-old magistrate from Mulonga Local Court in Mushindamo District, was found guilty of illegal activities within a national park and was sentenced to a fine of K136,000 or, in default, a three-month prison term.
Katwamba was convicted on the following charges:
Unlawful possession of a government trophy (Section 97 of the Zambia Wildlife Act No. 14 of 2015).
Unlawful entry into a National Park (Section 18 of the Act).
Unlawful conveying of a weapon in a National Park, as stipulated by the Act.
This conviction serves as a strong message that no one is above the law, regardless of their position in society.
DNPW has reiterated that it will continue to enforce strict measures to curb poaching and wildlife-related crimes. The department remains firm in ensuring that perpetrators—whether private individuals or government officials—face the full force of the law.
The Zambian government remains dedicated to the sustainability of its natural heritage and the protection of its national parks. Through rigorous law enforcement and conservation efforts, Zambia aims to safeguard its wildlife for future generations.
DNPW has called upon the public to support conservation initiatives and report any suspicious wildlife activities, emphasizing that preserving Zambia’s biodiversity is a collective responsibility.
Nsefu Conservation Day!
Nsefu Conservation Day is an event sponsored and organized by the Nsefu Wildlife Conservation Foundation.
The event happens annually during the second week of November and is aimed at bringing all the ten schools within our catchment to showcase their knowledge information of a friendly competition in the following activities.
Poetry
Drama in conservation
Traditional dances
Quiz on conservation
Paper presentation on conservation.
We also do fun activities such as:
Drinking competition (coca cola)
Eating competition (Rice)
Fight for the chair
Filling in the bottle with water using the mouth
Laughing competition
Awarding of prizes to deserving schools and pupils.
The activities are performed by all schools, community groups, and parents.
Schools provide participants in all these categories who compete among themselves. Then our judges give marks based on performance, and an overall winner is found.
The prizes are given from the 1st position to the 4th position, and then all schools are given equal participation prizes from 5th to 10th position, respectively.
Speeches are given to mark the end of the event, and the following are the speakers :
Host Head Teacher
Official Opening by Nsefu Director
Vote of thanks by one pupil and parent
Closing Remarks by His Royal Highness Senior Chief Nsefu.
To learn more about Nsefu Wildlife's Conservation Programs, click here: https://nsefu.org/nsefu-wildlife-programs
National Compass: Nsefu Wildlife Conservation Foundation – The Dream That Became a Reality and the Future
See what the National Compas has to say about Nsefu Wildlife!
Nsefu Wildlife has recently been featured in a National Compass article written by J. Lee. Here's a sample from the story:
Nsefu Wildlife Conservation Foundation was founded in 2015 by Coe Lewis, President and Director of U.S. operations and ‘Victory’ Victoria Wallace, President and Director of Zambian operations.
Coe is a radio personality for KGB 101.5 FM in San Diego, CA. Victoria and her husband David, own Zikomo Safari (an Eco-Lodge) in Zambia.
Nsefu is a 501(c)(3) organization. They use 100% of their donations for anti-poaching and community outreach. Their ten board members are not paid a salary. Nsefu is a Zambian word for “eland”, which is a type of antelope in that region.