Turning Poachers into Protectors
In Maputo National Park, local community members have been trained to monitor and protect nesting turtles, turning former poachers into conservation allies. By shifting the value of turtles from food sources to eco-tourism assets, this initiative has not only helped safeguard marine life but also created jobs and sustainable income opportunities for locals.
While formal training for turtle monitors is currently on hold due to funding constraints, we continue to identify passionate individuals in Zambezia Province who show an aptitude for marine conservation. These individuals may have future opportunities to gain hands-on experience in turtle monitoring, tagging, and data collection with conservation partners when resources allow.
Turtle Rescue Network South Africa
Meanwhile, in South Africa, we remain active in turtle rescue efforts as part of the official Turtle Rescue Network, in partnership with the Two Oceans Aquarium Education Foundation.
To learn more about South Africa and Mozambique’s incredible sea turtles and the chance to see them in the wild, visit our Saving Sea Turtles page.
