
TED Talks Daily How community-led conservation can save wildlife | Moreangels Mbizah
Oct 1, 2019
Moreangels Mbizah, a lion conservationist and TED Fellow, advocates for community-led wildlife protection in Zimbabwe. She reflects on the tragic fate of Cecil the lion, proposing that local communities should play a crucial role in conservation efforts. Mbizah emphasizes the power of empowering locals through education and collaboration, sharing insights on successful projects that benefit both endangered species and the people living alongside them. By amplifying Indigenous voices, she believes we can create sustainable solutions that harmonize human and wildlife needs.
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Cecil the Lion
- Moreangels Mbizah, a lion conservationist, studied Cecil the lion.
- She was heartbroken by his death caused by a trophy hunter in 2015.
Community Involvement
- Mbizah questions the potential impact of community involvement in Cecil's protection.
- She emphasizes that communities living near wildlife are best positioned to help them.
Disconnected Heritage
- Growing up in Zimbabwe, Mbizah wasn't exposed to wildlife, despite its proximity.
- She first saw a wild animal in her home country at 25, highlighting a disconnect between people and their natural heritage.

