Under BIOFUND’s Climate Emergency Response Program (BIO-CERP), created to support Conservation Areas in preparedness for and response to extreme weather events, BIOFUND mobilised program funds in under 48 hours to support Banhine and Limpopo National Parks.

This intervention takes place in the context of extreme weather events characterised by intense rainfall, which has caused severe flooding in several regions of the country, resulting in damage to infrastructure, access constraints, risks to the safety of field teams, and increased pressure on natural resources.

The support provided aims to ensure immediate preparedness and response actions, including safeguarding the lives of rangers and staff, strengthening operational logistics, maintaining mobility, and mitigating additional impacts in the affected areas. These actions are essential to prevent further damage, ensure the continuity of management and enforcement operations, and protect biodiversity.

The program is funded through returns from BIOFUND’s endowment, reinforced by a contribution from the French Development Agency (AFD) of EUR 2 million in 2023, with estimated annual returns intended to cover BIO-CERP’s expenses from 2024 onwards.

With this rapid response, BIOFUND reaffirms its commitment to strengthening the resilience of Conservation Areas and its capacity for swift response to climate emergencies, contributing to the protection of ecosystems and the communities that depend on them.