African Parks Network
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The Fall and Rise of the Bontebok
I was reminded this week of the remarkable story of the Bontebok, the first African antelope to be saved from extinction, dragged back from the precipice when there were just 17 left in South Africa. I feel very privileged to… Continue reading
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Last Chance to See: African Wild Dogs
The predator with many names; Mbwa mwilu, painted dog, painted wolf, Budzatje, African hunting dog, Cape hunting dog, Hlolwa, ornate wolf, hyena dog, Nkentshane, painted hunting dog, Lycaon pictus and African wild dog. The horrible truth is that despite being… Continue reading
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Last Chance to See: Cheetahs
This is the story of a day my daughter and I spent in Liwonde National Park in April 2023 hoping to find cheetahs, perhaps the mother and cubs we had been hearing about, or a lone cheetah hunting on the… Continue reading
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Liwonde National Park Map
We have struggled to find a map of Liwonde NP so I’ve created this sketch map based on the picture on the wall at the main gate, a very faded photocopy kindly given to us by a ranger, Google Earth… Continue reading
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Liwonde National Park: Malawi’s Hidden Jewel
Malawi, the “Warm Heart of Africa” has set aside 11% of the country for the conservation of wildlife having established four national parks and four game reserves. Liwonde National Park is the smallest but arguably the most exciting. Lake Malawi… Continue reading
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Origins & History of Liwonde National Park
The Liwonde National Park was established in 1973 but its origins are entwined with a story of exploration, exploitation and finally conservation. A story that starts with Doctor Livingstone and ends with the revitalisation of one of Africa’s finest parks.… Continue reading
Travelogues and Other Memories 