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EIA Investigation into Shuidong, China

Malawian Orphanage Unmasked as Hub of Child Abuse and Wildlife Crime: An ECF-Funded Investigation

An orphanage in Malawi has been exposed as a centre of child exploitation and abuse, linked to a Chinese criminal network, with children groomed as wildlife traffickers. A recent article by the Environmental Investigation Agency highlights the investigation. In addition, journalist Rachel Nuwer has written an in-depth piece for The Economist detailing the shocking abuse and cruelty at the orphanage. … Continued

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Malawian Orphanage Unmasked as Hub of Child Abuse and Wildlife Crime: An ECF-Funded Investigation

Nov 25, 2025
An orphanage in Malawi has been exposed as a centre of child exploitation and abuse, linked...
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Latest ECF Grants Powering Elephant Protection in Africa

Nov 18, 2025
We’re excited to announce four newly awarded grants from the Elephant Crisis Fund. In Kenya,...
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Together for Elephants: Recent ECF grants for projects across Africa

Oct 16, 2025
It has been another busy granting round at the Elephant Crisis Fund! Eleven new grants...
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A Historic Milestone: The Nyaminyami Land Use Plan Ratified

Sep 24, 2025
The Nyaminyami Rural District in Zimbabwe has reached a landmark achievement: the official ratification of...
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Elephant Crisis Fund Wins Prestigious 20th BBVA Foundation Worldwide Award for Biodiversity Conservation

Sep 23, 2025
Elephant Crisis Fund Wins Prestigious 20th BBVA Foundation Worldwide Award for Biodiversity Conservation   [Tuesday,...
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Holding the Line for Angola’s Elephants

Sep 15, 2025
Holding the Line for Angola’s Elephants We visit Elephant Crisis Fund partners across the continent...
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Western Tanzania: On the Road to Coexistence

Aug 26, 2025
Western Tanzania: On the Road to Coexistence Tanzania is best known for its spectacular northern...
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Harvest and Harmony: Shared Spaces, Shared Success

Jun 27, 2025
Harvest and Harmony: Shared Spaces, Shared Success In the heart of Botswana, where the vastness...
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