Conservation is strongest when communities, schools, and partners work together. Through conservation education and community engagement, we continue to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards. #conservationeducation #treeplanting #EnvironmentalStewardship #youthinconservation #communityconservation #painteddogconservation

Every denning season brings hope. It also brings immense responsibility. Despite months of carefully encouraging the Umkhonto pack towards safer denning areas, they have once again chosen one of the most dangerous places to raise their pups. Their den sits in an area where wire snares and vehicle collisions pose constant threats. We can’t choose where painted dogs den, but we can choose how we respond. So our teams are there. Every hour. Every day. Nine protection bases have been established around the den site, with dedicated staff working around the clock. When the pack leaves to hunt, our teams help them cross the busy road safely before guiding them back to the den. At the same time, our anti-poaching units systematically search every metre of the surrounding bush, removing wire snares from both the denning area and the pack’s hunting grounds. It is demanding work. It is exhausting. And it is absolutely necessary. These pups represent the future of one of Africa’s most endangered carnivores. Giving them the best possible chance of survival is why we exist. This is conservation. This is what we do. #painteddogs #ConservationInAction #denningseason #wildlifeprotection #savingspecies #wildlifeconservation

This World Female Ranger Week, we recognise the women whose dedication and leadership strengthen conservation efforts every day. From protecting wildlife and safeguarding habitats to supporting coexistence between people and nature, female rangers play a vital role in securing the future of our natural heritage. We thank them for their commitment to conservation and the lasting impact of their work. #worldfemalerangerweek #femalerangers #WomenInConservation #WildlifeProtection #painteddogconservation #Zimbabwe

Adventure with a Purpose! As Adam and Jill Schulman (@thebosbefoks) prepare to embark on their exciting Africa Rally (@africarally) expedition, we’d like to wish them safe travels and thank them for choosing to support Painted Dog Conservation along the way. We are truly grateful to be part of their journey. Their support will help us continue protecting painted dogs, safeguarding habitats, and working with local communities to create a future where wildlife and people can coexist. We encourage you to follow Adam and Jill’s journey, cheer them on as they travel across Africa, and join us in celebrating the spirit of adventure, conservation, and making a difference. If you’d like to support their fundraising efforts, you can donate here: https://www.givengain.com/project/adam-and-jill-raising-funds-for-painted-dog-conservation-125189 or follow the link on @thebosbekfoks bio. Adam and Jill, thank you for taking Painted Dog Conservation along for the ride. We can’t wait to follow your adventure and share in the memories you’ll create along the way. #AfricaRally #AdventureForACause #PaintedDogConservation #ConservationInAction #PaintedDogs #WildlifeConservation #FollowTheJourney #SupportConservation

Reckless driving witnessed this morning. A bus belonging to Stallion Cruise⁠ (No. 79), travelling towards Victoria Falls, overtook four Painted Dog Conservation vehicles displaying hazard lights shortly after Gwayi Bridge. The area is clearly marked with multiple wildlife warning signs, yet the driver overtook on a blind rise. This kind of driving puts passengers, other road users and wildlife at unnecessary risk. We urge all drivers travelling through wildlife areas to slow down, obey road rules and remember that arriving safely is more important than arriving quickly. #SaveThePaintedDog #DriveToArrive

Conservation leadership starts with learning. Today, we facilitated the Makwandara Secondary School Conservation Club educational visit @kakoriconservation , where students explored practical conservation approaches and gained insights into environmental stewardship. As our Conservation Education Programme expands its engagement with local secondary schools, we continue to inspire and equip the next generation of conservation leaders. #painteddogconservation #conservationeducation #YouthInConservation #FutureConservationLeaders Photo Credit: @survivor_nyasulu

Building Future Conservation Stewards At the Gwayi Uncommon Innovation Hub, our Community Liaison and Anti-Poaching teams engaged local learners in a discussion on conservation, coexistence, and the role young people can play in protecting wildlife. As a key landscape for Painted Dog Conservation's work, Gwayi remains an important area for strengthening community awareness and fostering a sense of shared responsibility for wildlife and natural resources. Conservation is most effective when communities are informed, involved, and empowered. By engaging young people today, we are helping nurture the knowledge, values, and stewardship needed to support conservation into the future. #painteddogconservation #conservationeducation #communityconservation #YouthEngagement #wildlifeconservation #ConservationLeadership #Zimbabwe #FutureConservationists

A steel wire snare. A deep, infected wound. An endangered life hanging in the balance. When news reached us of a painted dog carrying a snare around its neck in Nehimba, our team sprang into action alongside the Zimparks veterinary team. Guided by the expert tracking skills of Washington Moyo, we located the male from the Cave pack, darted him, removed the steel wire and treated the nasty wound before safely reversing the anaesthetic and reuniting him with his pack. Wishing him a speedy recovery! This is why we do what we do. Every intervention matters. Every life saved strengthens the future of this endangered species. But this rescue is also a stark reminder: poaching remains one of the greatest threats to painted dog survival. Our interventions save lives. Your support makes them possible. #SaveThePaintedDog

Every conservation success story begins with people. Yesterday, Painted Dog Conservation joined fellow stakeholders at the Riding for Conservation and Textbook Initiative, where learners from communities neighbouring Hwange National Park received bicycles and textbooks through a partnership between @zimparks and @ifawglobal . For many learners, access to a bicycle means a safer journey to school, less time spent travelling long distances, and more time focused on learning. Supporting education helps create opportunities for young people while strengthening the connection between communities and conservation. Education remains one of the most powerful tools for building a future where people and wildlife can thrive together. Today's learners are tomorrow's conservation leaders, environmental stewards, and champions for coexistence. #painteddogconservation #ridingforconservation #conservationeducation #FutureConservationists #humanwildlifecoexistence #wildlifeconservation #Zimbabwe #ifaw #zimparks #environmentaleducation #ConservationLeadership Photo Credit: @survivor_nyasulu

Recently sighted near the Shumba airstrip, the Khumbula Pack continues to move through a landscape shaped by both wildlife and people. For painted dogs, the ability to navigate these connected spaces is critical to their long-term survival. #painteddogs #africanwilddog #khumbulapack #HwangeNationalPark #zimbabwewildlife #wildlifeconservation #coexistence #connectedlandscapes #painteddogconservation Video Credit: @proguiderob

Every signal tells a story. By tracking painted dog movements in the field, our research team gathers critical data that helps us better understand pack dynamics, monitor populations, and inform conservation action across the landscape. This work provides the insights needed to guide conservation decisions and support the long-term protection of this endangered species. #painteddogconservation #africanwilddog #painteddogs #WildlifeResearch #conservationscience #wildlifemonitoring #endangeredspecies #ConservationInAction #hwange #zimbabwe Photo Credit: @survivor_nyasulu

On World Environment Day, we reflect on the power of education in shaping the future of conservation. Godfrey Phiri, Education and Programmes Manager at Painted Dog Conservation, highlights the role of the Wilton Nsimango Children’s Bush Camp in inspiring young learners to understand and protect nature. Through immersive experiences in the wild, we are nurturing the next generation of conservation stewards. #WorldEnvironmentDay #painteddogconservation #conservationeducation #wildlifeconservation #natureconservation

Winter mornings. Open books. Curious minds. Around the campfire at the Wilton Nsimango Children's Bush Camp, young learners engage with conservation lessons in one of the world's greatest classrooms—the natural world itself. Because inspiring the next generation of conservationists starts with creating meaningful connections to nature. #painteddogconservation #conservationeducation #FutureConservationists #NatureConnection #learninginnature #Zimbabwe Photo Credit: @survivor_nyasulu

For the next five days, Painted Dog Conservation, Zimparks, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) and the Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe (TSCZ) will be stationed at Cross Mabale along the Bulawayo–Victoria Falls Highway, engaging motorists in a wildlife road safety awareness campaign. This stretch of road passes through a critical wildlife area where vehicle-wildlife collisions can have devastating consequences for both people and animals. Our message is simple: Your life matters, and so does wildlife. By slowing down, staying alert and respecting wildlife crossing zones, every driver can help save lives. We are grateful to all stakeholders who have come together for this important initiative and encourage all road users to play their part in making our roads safer for both humans and wildlife. #PDC #TSCZ #Zimparks #Wildlife #SaveThePaintedDog

Behind every protected landscape is a team that rarely gets seen. Long days in the bush. Remote camps. Confiscated snares. Heat, dust, patrols, radio calls, and nights far from home — all in the effort to protect painted dogs and Zimbabwe’s wildlife. This is the daily reality of our anti-poaching unit. Every snare removed is a life potentially saved. Every patrol is a stand against wildlife crime. Every ranger in the field represents commitment, resilience, and protection for our wild spaces. Conservation does not happen from a distance. It happens here — on the frontline. Support our rangers and help us continue protecting painted dogs and all wildlife: www.painteddog.org/donate #painteddogconservation #antipoaching #wildlifeconservation #protectwildlife #painteddogs #Zimbabwe #ConservationInAction Photo Credit: @survivor_nyasulu

Africa’s natural heritage is one of its greatest treasures — rich in biodiversity, wildlife and ecosystems that sustain both people and planet. On this #AfricaDay , we celebrate the resilience, beauty and importance of conserving our wildlife for future generations. Protecting species such as the painted dog is not only about preserving nature, but also safeguarding Africa’s environmental legacy. Conservation is a shared responsibility. #AfricaDay #painteddogs #wildlifeconservation #Biodiversity #protectwildlife #conservation #africa #naturalheritage Photo Credit: @survivor_nyasulu

Today, on International Day for Biological Diversity, we celebrate the importance of protecting the ecosystems that sustain both wildlife and people. This year’s theme, “Acting Locally for Global Impact,” reflects the importance of community-driven conservation in protecting biodiversity for future generations. At Painted Dog Conservation, our work goes beyond protecting painted dogs. Through research, anti-poaching efforts, and community partnerships, we remain committed to preserving biodiversity and promoting coexistence between people and wildlife. Every species matters. Every ecosystem matters. The actions we take locally today help shape the future of our planet tomorrow. #InternationalDayforBiologicalDiversity #BiodiversityDay #actlocally #GlobalImpact #painteddogconservation #conservation #biodiversity #wildlifeconservation #painteddogs #Zimbabwe #antipoaching #research #communityconservation #protectwildlife #nature

Lewis Mbewe from Mabale has been carving painted dog sculptures since 2001 — transforming creativity into livelihood, and conservation into community impact. Through Painted Dog Conservation’s Art & Craft initiative, local artisans are supported with opportunities that help strengthen household incomes while celebrating the wildlife that makes this landscape unique. Each carving tells a bigger story: when communities benefit from conservation, people become powerful partners in protecting wildlife and preserving coexistence for future generations. From Mabale to the world, Lewis’ work reflects the deep connection between people, art, and conservation. #painteddogconservation #communityconservation #africanwilddog #conservationthroughcommunities #wildlifeconservation #Zimbabwe #protectwildlife #CommunityEmpowerment #artforconservation #africanstorytelling Photo Credit: @survivor_nyasulu

We’re delighted to welcome Mabale Primary School as we kick off Term 2 at the Wilton Nsimango Children’s Bush Camp. From the moment they arrived, the learners brought excitement, curiosity, and an eagerness to learn. Over the course of their stay, they will engage in hands-on conservation education, outdoor learning experiences, and activities designed to deepen their understanding of wildlife and the importance of protecting their natural ecosystems. By introducing conservation at a young age, we continue to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards and future conservation leaders. #painteddogconservation #BushCamp #YouthInConservation #wildlifeeducation #conservationeducation Photo Credit: @survivor_nyasulu

Endangered species cannot protect themselves alone. From snaring to road mortality, African painted dogs continue to face growing threats across shared landscapes. Protecting biodiversity requires collective action, stronger awareness, and continued commitment to conservation. This Endangered Species Day, we reaffirm that conservation is a shared responsibility. #EndangeredSpeciesDay #painteddogconservation #africanpainteddog #wildlifeconservation #protectwildlife #biodiversity #savingspecies #ConservationAwareness

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