Making the 1st payments for the Conservation Incentive Payments pilot in Misigiyo Ward
Making the 1st payments for the Conservation Incentive Payments pilot in Misigiyo Ward

Making the 1st payments for the Conservation Incentive Payments pilot in Misigiyo Ward

Having counted and verified all observations of lion presence in the two administrative wards of Misigyo and Ngorongoro between October – January, we held the first ceremonies to announce how much the villages have earned during the period. Each of the 6 villages earned the maximum amount that has been set for lion presence in their areas – 3 million shillings each and therefore a total of 18 million shillings. While we continue to count the next 4 months of lions we’re interested to hear from the villages how the funds will be utilized. We’d like to thank all the communities who agreed to take part in this groundbreaking pilot project, the NCA Authority for their support, and the Lion Recovery Fund who never gave up on their belief that we could make this happen.

Map showing the collared lions tracking and additional lions sightings in Misigiyo ward from Oct 2020 - Jan 2021

Map showing the collared lions tracking and additional lions sightings in Misigiyo ward from Oct 2020 – Jan 2021

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KopeLion Inc. (short for Korongoro People’s Lion Initiative) is a non-profit NGO registered in USA and in Tanzania. Our mission is to foster human-lion coexistence through participatory research and sustainable community-based conservation.

Kope Lion is in Singida, Tanzania.

1 week ago

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🎬 Movie Night in MokilalAt Kope Lion, we know that sharing knowledge is key to building stronger connections between people and wildlife. That’s why we host educational movie nights for communities in Ngorongoro, focusing on the realities of coexistence.Our latest movie night took place in the Mokilal community, near the Ngorongoro Crater. These events are a great way to bring people together while sharing practical insights about living alongside lions and other wildlife.Special thanks to @dennispeshut & the team for organising a wonderful night. 📷: @bobbyjosafaris #kopelion #corridoroftolerance #lionconservation ... See MoreSee Less

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Kope Lion is at Ndutu, Tanzania.

2 weeks ago

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Celebrating Cassandra – Queen of the Marsh PrideToday, we celebrate Cassandra, the dominant female of the Ndutu Marsh Pride, who was born in 2009. Reaching 16 years old is an incredible milestone for a lioness, and her journey has been remarkable.She has faced droughts, seen the rise and fall of numerous male coalitions, and endured nomadic males entering Ndutu — yet she has remained a strong and resilient leader, raising countless cubs along the way.Easily recognized by her short snout, Cassandra is looking fantastic for her age. The team at Kope Lion feels incredibly grateful to have followed her life from a little cub to the matriarch she is today.Have you photographed Cassandra on your Ndutu Safari? Share your images in the comments below. We would love to see them!📷: Bobby-Jo Safaris #happycaturday #kopelion #lionconservation ... See MoreSee Less

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Kope Lion is at Amboseli.

2 weeks ago

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Behind the Scenes: Preparing for Our Lion Survey in NgorongoroOver the past five days, our team has undergone intensive training in Kenya to prepare for our upcoming lion survey in Ngorongoro. This crucial training was led by experienced biologists from @lionguardians_ and lion conservation experts from @lionrecovery with additional support from dedicated team members who shared their valuable knowledge and skills.The training focused on understanding the rationale and protocols behind lion survey methods using a capture-recapture framework. Through practical exercises and detailed lessons, we gained essential skills tailored to our unique environment and conditions in Ngorongoro.With this new knowledge, we feel confident and prepared to begin our four-month survey, which will span from the end of the wet season into the dry season. This work is vital for monitoring and protecting Ngorongoro’s lion population.We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to learn and collaborate, and we deeply appreciate the warm hospitality of @lionguardians_ , who hosted and guided us throughout this training. ... See MoreSee Less

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