Role: Conservator of Réserve Naturelle Nationale de Kandadji (RNNK)
Focus: Protecting Niger’s Elephant Populations
Challenges: Combating Poaching and Habitat Loss
Arfou Saley Baouna, an Inspector of Water and Forests, serves as the Conservator of the Réserve Naturelle Nationale de Kandadji (RNNK) in Tillaberi, Niger. In this capacity, he is dedicated to safeguarding the country’s elephant populations, which face threats from poaching and habitat degradation. Baouna collaborates with local communities and international organizations to implement effective conservation strategies, emphasizing the importance of preserving these keystone species for ecological balance and cultural heritage. His efforts contribute significantly to the broader mission of wildlife protection in the region. citeturn0search2
