African People & Wildlife - Wildlife Ranger Challenge 2024
Join African People & Wildlife in taking on the 2024 Wildlife Ranger Challenge! Let's celebrate our co-ed coexistence officers who support people and protect wildlife in the shared lands around Tanzania's Tarangire National Park.
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Coexistence Looks Good in Gold and Silver!
Sep 26, 2024, 7:40:10 PMHongereni sana to both Tarangire teams of Community Game Scouts. We are so proud to see you celebrated as champions (again!) of the Wildlife Ranger Challenge. 🥇 Tarangire Ecosystem Team (B) in 2:06:12 | Rangers: Alex Kipii, Saruni Piikini, Jackson Thomas, Tendee Masangusi 🥈 Tarangire Ecosystem Team (A) in 2:08:30 | Rangers: Ezekiel Loserian, Ramadhani Mustafa, Masudi Nasiru, Milya Hodati Thank you to Tusk and Game Rangers Association of Africa for this special opportunity to showcase rangers and build connections with conservationists across the continent!
From the Front Lines to the Finish Line
Sep 11, 2024, 3:33:54 PMMeet Ezekiel Loserian, Patrol Commander for APW-supported Community Game Scouts, recently profiled by the Daily Star for his fearless work on the front lines of wildlife protection. Ezekiel and his team risk their lives to protect Tanzania’s most iconic species, often facing unpredictable dangers from buffaloes, big cats, elephants, and poachers. Their dedication goes beyond patrolling—Ezekiel is working hard to train two teams in this year’s Wildlife Ranger Challenge. Tarangire-area Community Game Scouts are no strangers to victory. As multiple-time winners, they are determined to prove their strength and commitment once again! Most importantly, this 21-kilometer race is an opportunity to spotlight the critical role rangers like Ezekiel play in conservation and connect rangers in a supportive network of fellow officers. Read the full story in the Daily Star and cheer them on as the teams prepare for the ultimate test of skill and resilience—champions on the ground and in the race! https://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/i-risk-being-mauled-baboons-33613365
Stepping Up Their Game
Jul 26, 2024, 1:53:26 PMThe Tarangire Coexistence Team is on top of the world! Last year, these APW-supported community game scouts not only conquered the Wildlife Ranger Challenge but also snagged some pretty sweet prizes. In addition to the glory, they received a pairs of super comfy socks to help them tackle the tough terrain during patrols and wildlife counts. We can't wait to see if these lucky socks will give them an extra boost of energy and speed as they train for this year's challenge. Stay tuned!
Trumpets and Roars: Tarangire Game Scouts Win in 2023
May 28, 2024, 5:50:21 PMIn September 2023, over 100 teams joined Tusk’s global Wildlife Ranger Challenge, running a 21km race while carrying 22kg of gear each. Teams made up of APW-supported Community Game Scouts secured both first and second place, marking their second victory in three years! Though their daily tasks may not always be in the spotlight, or even in daylight, these scouts remain dedicated to protecting wildlife and helping people living alongside them in the communal lands surrounding Tarangire National Park. Join us in supporting this co-ed team of coexistence officers as we compete in the 2024 Wildlife Ranger Challenge and bring attention to roles and contributions of rangers across the continent! [Caption] The winning team poses at the finish line: Ezekiel Loserian, Mwasudi Nasiru, Ramadhani Mustafa, and Milya Hodati (L-R). Credit: Emily Paul/African People & Wildlife