Dean Lubilo is a qualified Civil Engineer, Monitoring and Evaluaion Specialist, Director of Roadville Builders Construction Zambia. A Masters degree student in Tropical Ecology and Biodiversity Management from the Copperbelt University. I am currently working as a Monitoring and Evaluaion/Information Specialist for Resource Africa (RASA). I am involved in CBNRM Through data collection and ensuring that all CBNRM Data is captured.

I am Kutemba Sakambuta, I have a diploma in Secondary Teachers Diploma in Science, I have the certificate in Gender, I have a certificate, in financial and project management. I am pursuing my degree in Public Administration. I am currently working with ZCRBA as an Administrator/Governance officer.

My name is Racheal Nkhoma, and I hold a bachelor's degree in Environmental Education from the University of Zambia, earned in 2017. Currently employed as the Projects Manager at the Zambia Community Resources Board Association (ZCRBA), I play a pivotal role in advancing community voices and rights in natural resources governance and management. Within this capacity, my responsibilities include facilitating project communications, evaluating project performance, and overseeing the development of project activities in various working sites.

Cecilia Banda a qualified Agro-forestor and works as a Program Manager at the Zambia Community Based Natural Resources Management Forum. A Master’s of Science student in Climate Change and Sustainable Development at the Copperbelt University. I have extensive background in Agriculture, natural resources management, project management and diversified knowledge of Climate Change mitigation and adaptation and community engagement. I have experience in governance and equity assessments for protected areas using Site Level Assessment for Governance and Equity (SAGE), Governance Assessments for Protected Areas (GAPA) tools. My journey in in CBNRM has been overwhelming and educative modelling and championing in my career. I have been involved in CBNRM through managing projects in governance gender and improved landscape management in different parts of the country. Conservation is my passion and I want to be a champion of social justice and environmental

Tonga Torcida is a dedicated conservation professional with over 7 years of experience currently serving as a CBNRM Coordinator for the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) in Niassa Special Reserve, Mozambique. His expertise spans wildlife management, community conservation, project management, law enforcement, and ecological monitoring honed through roles with Gorongosa National Park, WWF, and TRAFFIC. Torcida holds a Bachelors degree in Wildlife Management and an Ordinary Diploma in Wildlife Management from the College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka, Tanzania.

Lukumo Luwaile has five years’ experience in community habitat and wildlife conservation, community outreach and extension, community human wildlife conflict (HWC) interventions and sustainable alternative livelihood development – all part of supporting community based natural resource management (CBNRM). He is a holder of a Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Management from the Copperbelt University, Post Graduate Diploma Monitoring & Evaluation from Cavendish University, Diploma in Eco- Justice Ministries from The United Theological College of India. In his major responsibilities under WWF Zambia, he has worked in the Bangweulu wetlands landscape and Silowana complex, part of the KAZA TFCA Zambian component.

Carlota Valentina Madope Mabjaia, I hold a Bsc in Natural Resources Management from Southern African Wildlife College in South Africa, I have worked for Southern African Environmental Observation Network (SAEON), in South Africa as an Office and Research Assistant. Worked as an Independent Consultant to compile the Gorongosa Management Plan that included the Gorongosa Mountains. Joined the REDD+ Project and later the Forest Investment Programme (FIP) to assist with the FIP Strategy for Mozambique. In 2023, joined the Busico, CC, carrying out a community survey for the Feasibility Assessment for the establishment of a Community Conservation and Game Farm in the region of the Futi Corridor Region, in the Elephant Coast Landscape, Maputo-Mozambique, Currently, linked to the National Development Sustainable Fund (FNDS) as a Project Finance Assistant and engaged in a commission overseeing the Logistic Department under the MozLand project.

is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Forest Resources and Wildlife Management at the National University of Science and Technology, Zimbabwe. My areas of interest include conservation biology, forest and wildlife ecology, natural resources management, project management, and a passion for imparting knowledge to young people and learning from them. Outside of my home country, I have had the privilege of interacting with students from Mozambique and Nigeria for Conservation Biology courses. I have also had extensive experiences in community engagement on conservation matters including beneficiation from natural resources, and on wildlife trade and the law. For me, this course on Life Though Wildlife presents a powerful platform to collectively discuss on CBNRM issues in Southern Africa and map a progressive way forward. It also is a great learning platform for CBNRM practitioners and educators.

A passionate conservationist with experience and qualifications (MSc)in environment and natural resources management and project monitoring and evaluation. A CBNRM practitioner of over 10 years, across major ecosystems in Zambia, including North and South Luangwa, Bangweulu wetlands, and the Kafue Ecosystem. I am interested in community-led and influenced conservation and natural resource management approaches. This has seen me promote community participation in natural resources governance. I look forward to growing in championing community rights in conservation areas and promoting the growth of wildlife economies that benefit local and marginalized communities that live in wildlife-resourced areas.

Hercília has a bachelor’s degree on Forestry Engineering and more than 15 years of work experience supporting Community Based Natural Resources Management, local community governance, Environmental Education and Human-Wildlife Coexistence strategies with the communities surrounding protected areas in Mozambique, engaging communities in efforts to contribute to biodiversity conservation and human development through participatory approaches that enhances community participation in the decision-making processes about their lives and resources and benefits resulting from their participation. Currently working as Community Relations Senior Manager at the Gorongosa Restoration Project (GRP), where she plays a crucial role in developing and strengthening partnerships between Gorongosa National Park and surrounding communities through Community Based Natural Resources Management (CBNRM) principles and approaches, building a stronger community governance, benefit sharing models and support for the establishment and management of Community Conservation Areas. The participation in the Wildlife Economy, governance and communities training, that will contribute to improve her knowledge and skills about community organization and governance, improved community benefits sharing models, community-based monitoring and governance, as well as to have proper tools to assist and build stronger communities around Gorongosa National Park, that can effectively participate in the decision making processes about the access, use, management and benefits from their resources

Peter Lalampaa is a distinguished Kenyan conservationist and indigenous pastoralist hailing from Samburu, Northern Kenya. He holds a BSc in Environmental Science from Kenyatta University and a Master's degree in Conservation Biology from the Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology (DICE), University of Kent, Canterbury, UK.

Currently serving as the Director of Programs at the Grevy’s Zebra Trust (GZT), a Kenyan-based Conservation organization established in 2007, Peter plays a pivotal role in addressing the critical need for the conservation of Grevy’s zebra (Equus grevyi) in the community rangelands of Kenya and Ethiopia. GZT stands out as the sole organization entirely dedicated to saving the endangered Grevy’s zebra.

Peter Lalampaa received the prestigious Disney Conservation Heroes award in 2013, solidifying his status as one of the 14 recipients of this esteemed honor. Additionally, he has been recognized as an Explorer's Club Top Fifty. Beyond his role at GZT, Peter serves as a Board Member for the Wildlife Conservation Network (WCN), a US charitable organization committed to empowering effective conservationists with the tools and resources needed for success.

Passionate about tackling the challenges of rangeland degradation, Peter focuses on mitigating its impacts. This not only poses a threat to wildlife conservation but also deeply affects pastoralism—a cause that holds particular significance for him due to its importance to his community.

I have a deep passion for nature and wildlife conservation. I am experienced in various fields, including financial advising, wildlife management, and environmental studies. I have been fortunate to work in various roles that have allowed me to contribute to wildlife conservation and sustainable management. As a game ranger at LEO Africa in Phalaborwa, I monitored collared and uncollared animals, organized database records, and contributed to reserve maintenance. My time at SANBI allowed me to participate in the sustainable wildlife economies survey across the Eastern Cape and Limpopo provinces, where I gained valuable insights into the complexities of wildlife management. My academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from the University of Stellenbosch and further studies in Environmental Management (BA Hons) at the University of Southern Africa (UNISA). I am passionate about predator management in wildlife-based enterprises and have conducted research on this topic.

I am a manager / environmental manager by profession, working for Panthera in the Greater Kafue Ecosystem as a Community Conservation Programme Manager in the open areas of Njoko, Loanja, and INYASEMU Community Conservation Areas. I am leading a vibrant Community-Based Natural Resources Management team implementing livelihood improvement initiatives, wildlife economy/value, environmental education, and Human-Wildlife conflict mitigation programs.

I was born in the hub of copper in the Copperbelt province of Zambia where I did my primary and basic education. I completed my senior secondary at Hillcrest National Technical School in Livingstone, which ignited my interest in wildlife because of the experience I got from the several visits to Mosi-O-Tunya National Park.

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Management from Copperbelt University and a post-graduate diploma in Environmental Management, concluding an MPhil in Environmental Management from Stellenbosch University

With my skills in wildlife and environmental management, I have a goal of working with local communities using CBNRM principles and contributing to the improvement of the current status of the wildlife economy.

Jackson is a passionate conservationist, holder of a Master degree in Natural resources Management. Jackson started his career with the Giraffe Conservation Foundation (GCF) and the Namibian University of Science and Technology-Biodiversity Research Centre (NUST-BRC). He worked as a project officer and spearheaded conservation programmes in Etosha Heights, adjacent to Etosha National Park, Namibia. Professionally, he is trained as a conservationist with extensive knowledge in wildlife spatial ecology and climate data modelling including hazard risk mappings. Now currently working for WWF Namibia, his goals are to address climate change shocks on the environment and the people. There he is responsible for overseeing the Climate Crowd project implemented to help the marginalised and vulnerable communities inside and outside of the conservation areas in the Zambezi region, Namibia.

Petros Muyunda born in simalamya village chief Kakumbi in lower lupande GMA.

Over the years I have served as the Vice Chair for Yosefe VAG, later served as the Chairperson for Yosefe VAG, served as Coordinator for Kakumbi CRB and Currently working as a Regional Coordinator for Eastern CRB.

And partly working as an Extension officer for WCS/WFP and COMACO.

Social Scientist specializing in Community Development and holds a Master’s Degree in Adult Education from the University of Botswana. He is currently employed as Senior Community Development Officer by the Ministry of Local Government & Rural Development (MLG & RD) of the Republic of Botswana. He is currently a member of the District Land Use Planning Unit (DLUPU) and District Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) of the Okavango District Council. He joined the University of Florida Wildlife Economy course to contribute to sustainability of CBNRM programmes in Botswana.

Math lecture at Faculty of Environmental and natural resource Engineering, Zambeze University. Currently writing dissertation of Master`s degree in Territorial Planning and Biodiversity Conservation course.

an agronomist and has a master's degree in Local and Regional Economic Development.

He is manager with more than 20 years of experience in various work sectors such as private sector, non-governmental organizations, and Foundations. During his professional career he implemented activities financed by various donors, in areas such as sustainable management of natural resources, land rights, cashew value chain and institutional development.

He currently holds the position of Director of Conservation since 2021, he is responsible for overseeing the law enforcement program (supervising about 300 Rangers), veterinary services (including species reintroductions focused on carnivores) and implement Human Wildlife Coexistence activities. He is also responsible for liaison between Gorongosa National Park and Sofala district and provincial governments.