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Landmines and explosive remnants of war (ERW) remain a serious threat to communities in Angola, particularly in rural areas where farming and daily activities take place in potentially contaminated land. While APOPO’s HeroRATs and demining teams work to clear hazardous areas, mine risk education is just as critical in preventing accidents and saving lives. As […]

From December 9-19, APOPO held its first-ever Information Management (IM) Workshop in Siem Reap, Cambodia, bringing together Information Management Officers from across our programs. The workshop gave them the chance to share experiences, work together, and solve technical challenges as a team. The goal was to strengthen the way APOPO collects, processes, and uses data

APOPO concluded its 2024 operations in Angola with the safe destruction of 2,410 explosive items. This critical work was certified by Angola’s National Mine Action Agency (ANAM), ensuring the highest quality standards were met in making the cleared areas safe for public use. This milestone not only highlights progress toward a mine-free Angola but also

Last week, APOPO welcomed representatives from the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Weapons Removal and Abatement (PM/WRA) during the Fifth Review Conference of the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention (RevCON 5) in Siem Reap, Cambodia. The visit showcased APOPO’s innovative landmine detection and clearance programs and highlighted the critical role of PM/WRA’s support in humanitarian

During the 5th Review Conference (RevCon) of the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention, held in Siem Reap, Cambodia in November 2024, APOPO hosted a delegation from the Belgian government. The visit showcased APOPO’s progress in landmine clearance, demonstrated the impact of Belgium’s long-standing support, and provided a platform to discuss the ongoing challenges of mine contamination.

The 5th Review Conference of the Mine Ban Treaty (RevCon5), also known as the “Siem Reap-Angkor Summit on a Mine-Free World,” took place from November 20-24, 2023, in Siem Reap, Cambodia. This milestone event brought together governments, NGOs, mine action organizations, and advocates to reaffirm global efforts toward eliminating landmines. A March for Unity in

The 2024 Landmine Monitor reveals the continuing impact of landmines and explosive remnants of war (ERW) on communities worldwide. Despite significant progress in mine clearance and victim assistance, landmines remain a persistent threat. In 2023 alone, 5,757 casualties were reported from landmines and ERW, with 3,331 injuries and 2,426 deaths. Civilians accounted for a staggering

  Last week, APOPO participated in the 2024 Union World Conference on Lung Health, held in Bali, Indonesia, from November 12-16, 2024. The event brought together experts, researchers, and policymakers from around the globe to discuss the latest advancements in lung health and strategies for combating tuberculosis (TB). Representing APOPO, Dr. Tefera Agizew, Head of

APOPO is thrilled to welcome Dr. Fabrizio Dell’Anna, an accomplished scientist from Italy, to the team in Morogoro, Tanzania. Fabrizio joins us with a robust academic background and a deep passion for animal behavior research, and he is ready and excited to bring his expertise to APOPO’s life-saving initiatives. Fabrizio’s Scientific Background Fabrizio holds a