The AfriCat Foundation
Founded in 1991, The AfriCat Foundation is committed to the long-term conservation and survival of Namibia’s Large Carnivores in their natural habitat
Our mission is to make a significant contribution to Conservation Through Education.
Who is Tammy Hoth-Hanssen???
Director of the AfriCat Foundation, Tammy runs the AfriCat North projects based along the South Western Boundary of Etosha National Park, Namibia. With a deep passion for wildlife since childhood, it is her wish to spread this love and dedication for our natural world far and wide. This is the story of a woman trying to ensure our Namibian carnivores, especially the Lion, have a future!!!
Where we are based...
Projects
Learn more about our projects and ways in which you can help us make a difference for the carnivores of Namibia. AfriCat undertakes the responsibility of various projects ranging from environmental education, research, rehabilitation as well as community support and human wildlife conflict mitigation…
Support
In this day and age, all great causes need great support… it is a fact that funds are needed to achieve goals. AfriCat is no different! Donations are what keep our programmes, our community outreach and research initiatives going, especially those which are of an ‘ongoing’ nature.
Fundraisers
We are always thinking of new ways to raise funds for our projects. Keep an eye out for updates on this page and latest fundraiser ideas where you could help make a difference and get involved.
Conservation News
GPS Tracking Collars and the Early-Warning System can protect Lions & keep Livestock Safe, in the joint-hands of Farmers & the AfriCat Lion Guard Team.
AfriCat’s mission is to monitor and understand lion population dynamics and migratory patterns in north-west Namibia.
Find out more about our latest Fundraiser & how YOU can make a DIFFERENCE!!!
We have teamed up with Animal Anonymous Apparel who are adding some of our uniquely customised Leopard Lion & Cheetah designs on a variety of merchandise. For every item bought a percentage goes straight to AfriCat!!!
Check out their page – just in time for the Holiday Season !!!
Through Human-Wildlife Conflict Mitigation and Environmental Education programmes, AfriCat has contributed to uplifting communal farming communities since 1997. Needs are identified and thanks to dedicated donors and sponsors, 20 plus nocturnal kraals have been built to date, a larger number upgraded as well as improvements to rural schools in the !Khoa di //Hoas and Ehirovipuka Conservancies.
One such school in the Ehirovipuka Conservancy, the Onguta Primary School….
How you can help...
Online Donation
Use any of our online payment portals to support your favourite project...
Wishlist
Browse through our Wishlist to find the perfect project to sponsor...
Adopt a Carnivore
Adopt a Leopard, Cheetah, Hyaena or a Lion pride to show your support...
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