S1:E1 Coastal Conservation in Garden Route National Park

Bongani Mdaka, a SANParks ranger, addresses poaching challenges in Africa's oldest Marine Protected Area, Garden Route National Park. His journey unfolds as he ...

S1:E2 Veterinarian and Conservationist in Nigeria

Dr. Mark Ofua has saved and cared for innumerable species confiscated from the illegal wildlife trade or bushmeat markets, including pangolins, civets, and croc...

S1:E3 Lifelong Mission to Save African Manatees

Dr. Dunsin Bolaji is dedicated to saving the African manatee from extinction. After years of hard work, the manatees in his area now thrive below the surface, f...

S1:E4 Guardians of the Elusive Forest Elephant

Emmanuel Olabode is leading efforts to save forest elephants in Omo Forest - one of the last areas of pristine rainforest left in Nigeria.

S1:E5 Getting to know the endangered African Penguin

Shanet Rutgers takes us behind the scenes at the Two Oceans Aquarium and highlights the urgent need to protect the endangered African penguin.

S1:E6 Protecting indigenous forests in Zimbabwe

Douglas Mafukidze, a tobacco farmer in Zimbabwe, advocates for alternative approaches to protect indigenous forests.

S1:E7 Protecting nature, a life's calling in Nigeria

Desmond Majekodunmi is not just a conservationist; he's a "creation carer". His mission is to remind us of the beauty we've lost due to human greed and to inspi...

S1:E8 The battle to save rare chimps and monkeys in Nigeria

“Extinction is real and it's all of our problem - every single one of us. Wildlife is here for a reason and we need them just as much as they need us.” Meet...

S1:E9 Connecting Youth with Zimbabwe's Natural Heritage

Joseph Makowa, known Travel Mufasa, embarked on a 1,500km journey on foot through Zimbabwe, aiming to connect with the country's wildlife and the need to protec...

S1:E10 Turning Plastic Waste into Opportunities in Nigeria

Doyinsola Ogunye is addressing Nigeria's plastic waste crisis through initiatives like Kids Beach Garden while her recycling scheme provides income-generating o...

S1:E11 Custodians of Nigeria's Yankari Game Reserve

The dedicated efforts of Yankari rangers, Jonah and Yusef, go beyond law enforcement. They carefully engage with communities to raise awareness about the conseq...

S1:E12 Rescuing and Rehabilitating Endangered Wildlife in Nigeria

Chinedu Mogbo's love for animals started from a young age. Now he visits the markets his father took him to as a young child to help give animals a second chan...

S1:E13 Safeguarding the Emerald Forest Reserve in Nigeria

Professor Akin Abayomi, recognising the global implications of climate change and biodiversity loss, actively works to protect a crucial biodiversity hotspot i...

S1:E14 Driving human-wildlife existence in Zimbabwe

Ndlelende Ncube leads efforts to address human-wildlife conflict around Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe where no borders exist between the local community and...

S1:E15 Connecting People to Nature Through Art in Gabon

Corailking uses his creative talents to connect people, especially the youth, with nature and emphasises the need to protect our planet.

S1:E16 Protecting the rainforests of Gabon

Andrea Minkwe's commitment to fending off unlawful encroachment and illegal logging demonstrates the impact one person can have in preserving Gabon's natural be...

S1:E17 Turning the tide for turtles in Nigeria

A lawyer turned conservationist, Doyinsola Ogunye is turning the tide for turtles in Nigeria. Watch as she unites her community to help give turtles a second c...

S1:E18 Community-Based Conservation for Cross River Gorillas

The Gorilla Guardians programme is a dedicated community-based monitoring initiative that aims to address habitat loss and poaching, offering hope for the surv...

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