KopeLion News

  • Published On: July 6, 2021
    Noongoile seen with Titan Jr hidden by long grass in close proximity to a homestead. Photo Roimen Lelya

    Noongoile moves on from motherhood

    Noongoile has been seen in the company of two males: Laipangwa from Ndutu and Titan Jr, one of the Crater's Lake Quintet coalition.

  • Published On: March 6, 2021
    Ndolok Kitiliya

    Spotlight on Ndolok

    Ndolok Kitiliya lives in the most incredibly beautiful, but dry, Nasera area and is the Regional Coordinator for the Ilchokuti across to and including Ndutu.

  • Published On: March 6, 2021
    Lopirr Buddha seen here as a cub and now as a young male. Photo Roimen Lelya/Ingela Jansson

    A New Nomadic male to follow

    After some years of following Nosikitok and her pride in Ndutu, her collar dropped off as per schedule in December, and we needed to find a new lion to follow.

  • Published On: March 6, 2021
    Making the 1st payments for the Conservation Incentive Payments pilot in Misigiyo Ward

    1st Payments for the Presence of Lions on Community Lands

    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.

  • Published On: February 6, 2021

    New Office, New Skills, New Collaborations

    Thanks to the NCA Authority for providing us with their 'wooden house' and to Ndutu Lodge for their support in refurbishment, KopeLion has a new office and staff bedrooms.

  • Published On: January 6, 2021

    Thankful!

    We're delighted to announce that through KopeLion has received a grant from @insidenatgeo, through Ingela Jansson, our Co-founder, and Nat Geo Explorer.

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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 at Ngorongoro Crater.

1 week ago

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#Caturday from the Crater 🦁Earlier this month, the NCAA deployed three GPS collars on lions inside the Ngorongoro Crater to better understand how these iconic big cats interact with endangered rhinos.We’re proud that KopeLion team member Ndolok was invited to assist with the collaring ,a nod to KopeLion’s deep knowledge and long-term work with the Crater’s lion population.Our collaboration with the NCAA strengthens efforts to conserve lions and rhinos alike, ensuring decisions are guided by science, experience and respect for this unique ecosystem.Here’s to more big cat wins and cross-species conservation 🙌 ... See MoreSee Less

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Kope Lion is at Ndutu Conservation Area.

2 weeks ago

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Monthly Ilchokuti Catch Up!Each month, our team meets with the Ilchokuti for an important catch up in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. These sessions involve collecting GPS and field data, restocking essential supplies such as wound treatment kits, and discussing any challenges faced on the ground.It is also a valuable opportunity to connect with the team, offer support, and carry out performance evaluations to ensure every Ilchokuti is well equipped to protect lions and support their communities.📷: Bobby-Jo Safaris ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

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Recently, our team members Kimani (Project Coordinator) and Lazaro (Ilchokuti Coordinator) joined a vital safety training session hosted by the SORALO team in Partimaro village near Namanga, Kenya.The training focused on practical bush safety protocols and how to administer first aid in case of injuries from wild animals—knowledge that’s essential for teams working on the frontlines of human-wildlife coexistence.We’re excited to bring these valuable lessons back to Ngorongoro and tailor them for our own Ilchokuti teams, ensuring they are well-equipped and prepared in the field. ... See MoreSee Less

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