Malilangwe Trust – Zimbabwe

Overview

Malilangwe is one of Africa’s most established conservation projects, demonstrating how long-term investment can restore ecosystems, protect wildlife, and deliver meaningful benefits to surrounding communities.

Over decades, Malilangwe has rebuilt wildlife populations, protected critical habitats, and developed strong community partnerships that underpin lasting conservation success. The project also safeguards significant cultural heritage, linking conservation with Zimbabwe’s historical identity.

Through ACCF, philanthropic support strengthens Malilangwe’s ability to sustain this model, ensuring conservation, culture, and community continue to thrive together.

Why It Matters

Malilangwe demonstrates how sustained investment over decades can deliver resilient ecosystems, thriving wildlife populations, and enduring benefits for surrounding communities.

Flagship Initiatives

Biodiversity Protection & Species Recovery

Long-term protection and management of wildlife populations and habitats.

Community Health, Education & Livelihoods

Comprehensive programmes supporting wellbeing and economic resilience.

Rhino Conservation Leadership

One of Africa’s most successful intensive protection zones.

Cultural Heritage Conservation

Protection of archaeological and historical sites within the project area.