Mágoè National Park (PNM) now has two agricultural areas protected by electrified fencing, a measure that marks a significant step forward in mitigating human–elephant conflict within and around this Conservation Area.

Within the framework of the Sustainable Rural Economy Programme (MozRural), financed by the World Bank, the Foundation for the Conservation of Biodiversity (BIOFUND) and the National Administration for Conservation Areas (ANAC) established a partnership with the Mozambique Wildlife Alliance (MWA) to respond to the rising cases of conflict inside and around PNM.

In this context, in the first week of December 2025, the first electrified fence was completed in the agricultural area of the Daque community. The structure, designed to keep elephants away from cultivation zones, covers 26.4 hectares and directly benefits 45 families. The second fence was completed in the Macacate community, covering 31.6 hectares and benefiting 23 families. These are the first of 24 fences planned for this area, which are expected to benefit more than 500 families.

In addition, 12 elephants have already been collared and are now being monitored in real time through the EarthRanger platform, contributing to conflict prevention and improving the effectiveness of responses to incidents.

These interventions, besides reducing conflicts between communities and elephants, will strengthen farming communities, enhance food security, and promote an environment conducive to dialogue on conservation.

Click here to watch the video highlighting MWA’s initiatives within the communities.