Dans sa Namibie natale, John Kasaona a mis en place une méthode innovante de protection des animaux menacés d'extinction : il rend les villageois (y compris d'anciens braconniers) responsables de leur sauvegarde. Et cela fonctionne.

John Kasaona : Du braconnage à la protection des animaux

Giving local communities ownership over their land and wildlife sparked a dramatic turnaround in Namibia’s conservation story. Where once lions and black rhinos nearly vanished, numbers have soared as former poachers became game guards. By blending ancient Himba traditions with new tools like GPS and partnering with business and conservation groups, villagers built an economy rooted in respect for nature. The result: over 13 million hectares now thrive under community-led protection, showcasing a model for the world.

Turning Poachers Into Protectors Revives Namibia’s Wildlife

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John Kasaona: John Kasaona : Du braconnage à la protection des animaux