Protecting Africa's Wild Heart

Every Life Matters

Join us in protecting Africa's most vulnerable wildlife and habitats. Adopt an animal, fund conservation, or become part of our global movement.

1,200+

Animals Protected

850K ha

Habitat Conserved

42

Partner Countries

18K+

Global Members

Our Mission

A Continent Worth Fighting For

Africa is home to the richest diversity of wildlife on Earth. Yet today, species disappear faster than at any time in human history. Earth Protect exists to change that — through science, community, and compassion.

Founded by conservationists, scientists, and local leaders across 12 African nations, we believe that protecting wildlife is inseparable from supporting the communities who live alongside it. Your support makes direct, measurable impact — from anti-poaching patrols to school education programs to habitat corridor restoration.

Protect

We work with local rangers, governments, and communities to combat poaching, habitat destruction, and illegal wildlife trade across Africa.

Restore

From reforestation in Central Africa to wetland rehabilitation in East Africa, we restore degraded ecosystems to their natural abundance.

Educate

We empower local communities with knowledge, resources, and economic alternatives that make conservation a sustainable way of life.

Our Impact

Conservation in Numbers

1,200+

Animals Protected

Across 20 species

850K

Hectares Conserved

Habitat protected & restored

42

Partner Countries

Pan-African network

18,000+

Community Members

Global supporters

Wildlife

Animals That Need You

Meet some of Africa's most iconic — and most threatened — species.

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Vulnerable
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African Elephant

Loxodonta africana

The African elephant is the largest land animal on Earth. These magnificent creatures play a crucial role in maintaining the ecosystems they inhabit, creating waterholes used by other animals and dispersing seeds across vast distances.

East AfricaDecreasing

Est. population: 415,000

Endangered
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Mountain Gorilla

Gorilla beringei beringei

Central AfricaIncreasing

Est. population: 1,063

Critically Endangered
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Black Rhino

Diceros bicornis

Southern AfricaIncreasing

Est. population: 6,195

Vulnerable
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Cheetah

Acinonyx jubatus

East AfricaDecreasing

Est. population: 7,100

Endangered
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African Wild Dog

Lycaon pictus

Southern AfricaDecreasing

Est. population: 6,600

Endangered
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African Penguin

Spheniscus demersus

Southern AfricaDecreasing

Est. population: 50,000

Take Action

Choose Your Way to Help

There is no small act when it comes to protecting life. Find the way that works for you.

Adopt an Animal

Choose a species to sponsor. Your monthly contribution funds rangers, veterinary care, and habitat protection for a specific animal.

Make a Donation

Give a one-time gift or set up a recurring donation. Every dollar goes directly to conservation programs across Africa.

Join Our Movement

Become a community member, volunteer for field work, or apply to be an Earth Protect ambassador in your region.