Chad Renews Partnership with Prince Harry’s Conservation Charity for Wildlife Protection
Chad has renewed its partnership with African Parks, a conservation group associated with Prince Harry, for wildlife protection. This decision reverses a prior announcement to terminate ties with the organization.
Restoring Management Agreements
The Chad government and African Parks have reinstated their management agreements. This collaboration involves the joint management of Zakouma National Park, the Ennedi Natural and Cultural Reserve, and the prospective Aouk project. The conservation group will finance and co-manage these areas while negotiations for new agreements continue.
Background of the Termination
Last week, Chad announced the cessation of African Parks’ mandates due to a rise in poaching, under-investment, and alleged contract breaches. In response, African Parks sought discussions with the Chadian government to address these concerns.
European Union’s Involvement
- The EU suspended its funded activities in Chad for 90 days, citing “force majeure.”
- The EU requested African Parks to safeguard financed resources, including infrastructure and vehicles.
- Updates on the negotiations between African Parks and Chad were requested to assess the contractual impact.
African Parks’ Role
African Parks manages conservation areas across a dozen African nations. The team’s continued efforts in Chad aim to protect wildlife and ensure sustainable management of natural resources.
Prince Harry’s involvement with African Parks highlights the significance of this partnership for international conservation efforts. Both parties express a commitment to cooperation and dialogue to achieve their goals for wildlife protection in Chad.
