#Gorongosa farmers made huge strides in 2024—and 2025 will be even bigger with a new coffee roasting facility and an estimated 84 tons of beans on the horizon. Gorongosa Coffee does more than taste good. It's creating jobs, restoring ecosystems, and helping local farmers build a better future.

“Chicari Camp isn’t your bling-and-butler safari. It’s for travelers who’ve already spotted the Big Five and are ready for the Big Why—why this place matters, ecologically and culturally.” - Melanie van Zyl www.afar.com/hotels/in-de... #WorldTourismDay2025 #gorongosa #gorongosanationalpark

Fresh from Karingani, two more leopards will soon be roaming the wilds of Gorongosa National Park! Thanks to Anac Conservação, Karingani, Ivan Carter and the Mozambique Wildlife Alliance for making their transfer possible. #TeamGorongosa #Leopards #gorongosanationalpark #gorongosa #gorongosapark

“Walking with Pangolins” follows Ivani, a rescued baby pangolin, and the Gorongosa Guardians who protect this endangered species. Watch the new Gorongosa Safari video here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=iBQl...

Ecology Day—a day we celebrate the bond between people and the natural world. Students, scientists, and staff come together to spotlight the importance of healthy ecosystems, rich biodiversity, and sustainable choices in our daily lives. gorongosa.org/dia-da-ecolo...

Join us live on Facebook, Sept. 11 at 9 am (CAT) as we honor Dr. Marc Stalmans with reflections, music, poetry, a video tribute and a tree planting at Gorongosa’s Science Department. *(3:00 a.m. Eastern; 1:00 a.m. MDT; 12:00 a.m. PDT) facebook.com/events/s/hom... (click on ‘Watch live video’)

Young dreamers. Women leaders. Thriving communities througth the PEACE program—powered by the Gorongosa Restoration Project and Global Affairs Canada. Learn more: vimeo.com/1115093544

Who knew Nature’s clean-up crew has wings? Vultures keep #Gorongosa National Park healthy, and we’re teaching everyone—especially young people—why protecting these recyclers protects us all. #worldvultureday2025 #gorongosa #gorongosanationalpark #gorongosapark #worldvulturday2025 #GorongosaSafaris

We’re offering an Entomology Workshop in Gorongosa Park, Oct. 19–26. The workshop, taught in English, is open to 12 Mozambican graduates in biological sciences, forestry or environmental studies. Email your CV and cover letter by Aug. 31 to [email protected]. gorongosa.org/entomology-w...

Explore the roots of human history in Eastern Africa’s coastal forests with René Bobe, paleobiologist and evolutionary anthropologist, Weds., (Aug. 13) at 1 pm PDT. Discover the worlds of lush green forests that shaped our evolution—live with The Leakey Foundation. www.youtube.com/live/2cogAuS...

Seeing an elephant in the wild stays with you forever. Thanks to our rangers, veterinarians, and wildlife science teams, Gorongosa Park’s elephant population has made a remarkable comeback—from fewer than 200 in the 1990s to nearly 1,000 roaming the park today. Photo - @piotr-naskrecki.bsky.social

World Lion Day: Gorongosa’s lion count is 250+ and growing. Stand with us to protect them. #WorldLionDay #TeamGorongosa #LionConservation #ProtectBigCats #WildlifeHope #SaveTheLions #ConservationHeroes #RoarForChange #gorongosa #gorongosapark #gorongosanationalpark

Built by locals means built to last. Nearly 300 local builders—including 108 women—are combining traditional and modern techniques to create storm-resilient schools that double as community shelters. Thank you UN-Habitat, OiKOS, Mozambican Government, Gorongosa Restoration Project, AVISI & USA.

If you’ve met a Gorongosa Ranger, you’ve felt it: quiet pride, unwavering commitment, and a deep love for nature. Today—and every day—we honor them. With admiration. With gratitude. With respect.

Interested parties must send an updated Curriculum Vitae, motivation letter and copies of relevant certificates by August 4, 2025, to the following email address: [email protected]. Email subject: Application for the Fleet Manager Vacancy. Details - gorongosa.org/fleet-manage...

From lone lioness to pride leader. On July 23, 1960, Gorongosa became a national park. Even then, our floodplain was famous for massive herds. Today, the lions are back—and together with the grazers, they’re restoring the predator-prey balance. #birthdayweek

If you have a passion for hospitality, leadership, and conservation, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV and cover letter by July 14 to: [email protected] Details-https://gorongosa.org/assistant_manager/

Beautiful view at @gorongosapark.bsky.social last year when I was there. So much biodiversity and amazing moments one after another.

This video by BHS Safari Company says it all…

Our very own Park Warden Pedro Muagura was honored on Mozambique Indpendence Day by President Daniel Chapo today for his leadership in protecting the country’s natural heritage.

Piotr Naskrecki: Today would have been the 96th birthday of Edward O. Wilson, a brilliant thinker and biologist, and a tireless supporter of the Gorongosa Project and founder of the E.O.Wilson Laboratory. We miss him every day.

Don’t miss this celebration of E.O. Wilson’s 96th birthday! Starts 30 minutes from now. Here’s a link - tr.ee/Z3zYG_1Myi

@boisestate.bsky.social grad Gabriela Curtiz is a keynote speaker at the E.O. Wilson Biodiversity Foundation’s celebration of the world-famous scientist’s birthday on June 10. Don’t miss it! tr.ee/Z3zYG_1Myi #gorongosa #gorongosanationalpark #africa #mozambique

Help shape the future of science education and conservation in Africa. Gorongosa National Park is seeking a skilled evaluator to conduct an End-of-Term Evaluation of our Bio-Education Project gorongosa.org/consultancy-...

If you missed "Return to Gorongosa" on 60 Minutes you can still catch Scott Pelley’s journey through one of the world’s greatest restoration stories—now streaming online: www.cbsnews.com/video/gorong...

Today we celebrate the strength, beauty, and diversity of Africa—its people, its cultures, and its incredible natural heritage.

“Return to Gorongosa” with @Scott Pelley re-airs on @60minutes.bsky.social—Sunday, May 25 (check local listings). A story of hope, wildlife and one of the most ambitious restoration efforts in the world. Share it with someone who needs to believe in what’s possible. #gorongosa

The Gorongosa Restoration Project is inviting interested bidders to submit proposals for the purchase of vehicles and vehicle parts designated for scrapping. Pre-registration and a reservation to inspect the equipment are required. Please submit your request via email to: [email protected].

Bees do more than make honey; they boost our coffee and cashew crops through pollination. That’s why we support beekeepers and distributes beehives to local farmers. A new honey processing plant gives producers a place to bring their honey to market. #WorldBeeDay

Bob and Michelle Fish's journey was more than a visit—it was a conversation with local coffee growers about climate, community, @BIGGBYCOFFEE and the future of farming in the #Gorongosa landscape. youtu.be/3aiHFMs9rH4?...

Endangered doesn’t mean hopeless. In Gorongosa Park, we’re giving species a second chance—by protecting habitats, healing ecosystems, and living in harmony with wildlife. We act now, before it’s too late. #Endangeredspeciesday

Good news from Café da Gorongosa! RoastLov scored our coffee 85—Excellent by the Specialty Coffee Association. With notes of honey, pomegranate & raisin, it’s creating jobs & restoring ecosystems in Mozambique. Read more via Sprudge. specialprojects.sprudge.com?p=719

Did you know? Elephants are one of the top ten most protective moms in the animal kingdom! Their mother-child bond is deep—full of gentle guidance, fierce protection, and lifelong connection. To the moms who never forget to love fiercely—Happy Mother’s Day. Photo ©ElephantVoices

Some baboon groups strip bark from Acacia robusta trees in Gorongosa National Park, others don’t. Same park, same trees, different habits. Could baboons be passing it on culturally? Learn more about this study by Dora Biro and colleagues - onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

"An aerial survey documented over 100,000 large animals—actual counts, not estimates—despite covering only 59% of the park. This resurgence underscores one of Africa’s greatest wildlife restoration stories." - Global Rewilding Alliance.

Forty tons of green coffee. New honey processing facility. Cassava + cashew expansion. Gorongosa farmers made huge strides in 2024—and 2025 will be even bigger with a new coffee roasting facility and 84 tons of beans on the horizon. Dig into our 2024 Highlights report - gorongosa.org/gorongosa-hi...

Ready for the ultimate photo safari? Learn advanced wildlife photo techniques and capture stunning landscapes during Richard Camp & Melody Sky’s week-long Camp Photo Tour in Gorongosa National Park. Spots on the Sept. 18-24 trip are limited—email Richard at [email protected] for details.

The Gorongosa Restoration Project is seeking the services of a consultant to help shape the future of a new Women’s Craft Center in Cheringoma. Proposals are due May 8, 2025. For the terms of reference or more infomation, contact [email protected].

Our 70 EcoClubs—w/ 2,300+ youth & 1,000 teachers trained in conservation—plant trees, lead cleanup days and conserve water. This year, we’re launching an environmental curriculum in 78 schools. Investing in education = investing the Park, and people who will protect it for generations to come.

We’re looking for an experienced consultant to train technical staff and local farmers in sustainable biopesticide production and application. Proposals are due May 10 and should be submitted to [email protected] Learn more:https://gorongosa.org/consultancy-biopesticides/

The Gorongosa Restoration Project is seeking a skilled consultant to deliver a 5-day refresher training in Beira, Mozambique. Proposals are due May 10 and should be submitted to [email protected] Learn more: gorongosa.org/training-con...

Elias Mubobo is a wildlife veterinarian at Gorongosa National Park where he's involved in pangolin rehabilitation, outreach and so much more. Watch this short video at Wild Hope TV and see Dr. Mubobo in action. www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9sT...

Prowling for Pelicans: In Mozambique’s Gorongosa National Park, wildlife is making a comeback. Photo - Charlie Hamilton James www.biographic.com/prowling-for...

3500 local families are receiving food & supplies—thanks to a $250,000 grant from the Carr Foundation. Led by Mozambicans like Gabriela Curtiz and managed by the Gorongosa Project, the effort underscores a core belief: when local communities thrive, #Gorongosa thrives. #TeamGorongosa #CommunityFirst

My name is Emilia Jacinto Augusto. I am a forest and wildlife Ranger at #Gorongosa National Park, working at the Pangolin Rehabilitation Center. I want women to become leaders in the search for knowledge and and to be ambassadors for the protection of Pangolins in Mozambique.” #celebratingwomen

“Many women are inferiorised and considered incapable of certain activities. Let every woman fight for her rights, for gender equality and to say ‘I can do it.’ I'm Maria Florindo and I work at the coffee processing factory in Gorongosa National Park.” #womensmonth #gorongosa #africa #mozambique

I am Julian Marlucy Michael and I am a District Education Supervisor. Women are unique and capable of overcoming every challenge. They are warriors by nature and full of competence. Many congratulations to women everywhere. #GorongosaWomensMonth #internationalwomensday #mozambicannationalwomensday

The #Gorongosa Restoration Project is looking for a class 5 civil construction company to expand the existing Gorongosa Coffee warehouse (located in Vila Gorongosa). Proposals must be emailed to [email protected] by 2 p.m., March 28, 2025. bit.ly/GorongosaCof...