KopeLion News

  • Published On: December 22, 2025

    We cannot take coexistence for granted.

    As we close 2025, our hearts in Kakesio are heavy. Between August and November, three male lions were lost in one of the most important lion corridors in the southeastern Greater Serengeti. Communities and lions in Kakesio need your support today.

  • Published On: May 2, 2024

    Paying for the Presence of Lions – CIP Final Report

    The results of our 3 year Conservation Incentive Payments (CIP) trial are out.

    KopeLion and the TAWIRI lion research project presented them to stakeholders, including community leaders, NCAA, TANAPA, TAWIRI, MNRT, and tourism operators, in Karatu and to all the villages that participated.

  • Published On: February 1, 2024

    The unpredictability of conservation efforts

    Despite facing unforeseen and significant challenges in 2021 and 2022, […]

  • Published On: June 6, 2023

    KopeLion Annual Report 2022

    Enjoy a summary of KopeLion’s 2022 – a busy and […]

  • Published On: May 23, 2023
    Wound treatment training at Kakesio.

    New Kakesio corridor of tolerance

    Three new ilchokuti in Kakesio With the success of our […]

  • Published On: November 28, 2022
    Roimen and Mussa talk with the Nyangulo (the warrior age set) in Ndutu, Ngorongoro.

    2022 Wrap

    It's #GivingTuesday today, and after a whirlwind of a year for KopeLion, we'd like to say thanks for all the support that we've received from everyone, our donors, supporters, our hardworking team, the authorities we work closely with, the Ngorongoro community, and those who say, 'well done', 'sorry' or simply listen.

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KopeLion Inc. (short for Korongoro Peopleโ€™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 at Ndutu, Tanzania.

1 week ago

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Lion update from Ndutu ๐ŸฆA great day out on patrol with Ndolok bringing us a positive lion update from Ndutu.A total of 12 lions were seen across two areas and all are looking healthy and doing well.In Injura, two lions were spotted including female Nangโ€™ida alongside TWH 45.In Esusunoto, a larger group of ten lions was found made up of six females and four males. Among them were Lopukudet, Hermes M 22 Q and M 22 Q moving confidently with the group.Strong males, relaxed females and a pride clearly doing well in their landscape. Always encouraging to see.๐Ÿ“ท: @ndolokikoyo ... See MoreSee Less

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Kope Lion is at Ndutu, Tanzania.

2 weeks ago

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Our Ilchokuti team recently gathered in Ndutu for three days of First Aid and Wildlife Safety training. Thirty two Ilchokuti and four management staff took part, all working to build confidence and stay safe around dangerous wildlife.Elliot and Henry from SORALO led the sessions, bringing practical skills and real bush experience. We also welcomed Dennis from the Serengeti Cheetah Project, who shared insights on the Duma project area and cheetah behaviour.The team were especially interested to learn that cheetahs donโ€™t live in family groups like lions and that lions are one of their main threats. In return, they shared valuable knowledge from their daily work in the field.It was a powerful few days of learning, collaboration and strengthening our collective ability to protect both people and wildlife. ... See MoreSee Less

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Kope Lion is in Singida, Tanzania.

3 weeks ago

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๐—ช๐—ฒ ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฎ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—บ๐—บ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—™๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ฑ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—œ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ปKopeLion is looking for a creative and motivated intern to join our team in early February 2026. This role is perfect for a recent graduate or final year student who loves storytelling, social media, wildlife and community conservation.You will help us share the stories of the lions of Ngorongoro, support our fundraising efforts and work closely with our team in Arusha and the field. You will create content, assist with donor engagement, organise our photo and story archives and bring fresh ideas to help grow KopeLions impact.The internship runs for six months with the possibility of extension.If you are organised, creative and eager to learn and if you care about conservation and community, we would love to hear from you.Apply through the link in our comments and join us in protecting lions and supporting people across the Ngorongoro landscape. ... See MoreSee Less

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