The Wildlife Economy & Africa's Systems
Sustainable Future
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57m
Humans have been coexisting in harmony with the natural world for thousands of years. But in the last 50 years alone, we have eradicated wildlife globally by an astonishing 60% through population increase, overconsumption and climate change. In this conversation, we will explore the tools and partnerships that can help us turn the tide towards a healthier planet and the role of businesses to scale solutions. The notion of scale is critical, blended with new incentive models that steer human behavior while preserving traditions. Now is the time to put nature first. We must invent new ways of collaborating with our wild spaces that benefit local communities today – for tomorrow may be too late.
Key Takeaways
Get a deep-dive overview of Africa’s complex economic and wildlife systems.
Find out why corruption exists in many of Africa’s systems and how new technology can change that.
Learn about the evolution that NGOs need to take towards more sustainable business models.
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