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APOPO MA Cambodia participate in March for freedom at RevCon5 Angkor Wat

APOPO at RevCon5: Driving Innovation and Collaboration for a Mine-Free World

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 […]

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Landmine Monitor 2024

The Global State of Landmines: Insights from the 2024 Landmine Monitor

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

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Dr. Negussie and Dr. Tefera at Union Conference 2024

APOPO’s Impact at the 2024 Union World Conference on Lung Health

  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

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HeroTREEs Trainer at the physical portian of a Syntropic Agroforestry training

The Power of Syntropic Agroforestry: APOPO’s November Workshop

In November 2024, APOPO hosted an inspiring public workshop on syntropic agroforestry, uniting students, lecturers, and agroforestry enthusiasts for an immersive three-day experience. A key outcome of the event was the creation of a demonstration plot on Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) land near APOPO’s tuberculosis training center, providing a real-world example of regenerative farming

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APOPO Tanzania. HeroRAT Clarity searches for wildlife samples using her sense of smell

Wildlife Detection Rats: A New Solution to Fight Wildlife Trafficking

Illegal wildlife trafficking remains one of the most critical threats to global biodiversity, putting already endangered species at risk of extinction. A recent proof-of-concept study led by researchers at APOPO has confirmed that our specially trained African giant pouched rats, known as HeroRATs can detect trafficked wildlife products such as pangolin scales, offering a new

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APOPO Ukraine receives certification from the National Mine Action Center (NMAC) Chernihiv to conduct Technical Survey and Mine Detection Dog (TSD/MDD) operations

APOPO Ukraine Detection Dogs: Certified and Ready to Clear Explosive Hazards

In October 2024, APOPO’s Ukraine team achieved a significant milestone by earning certification from the National Mine Action Center (NMAC) Chernihiv to conduct Technical Survey and Mine Detection Dog (TSD/MDD) operations. This official certification is the culmination of ten months of dedicated training and preparation, allowing APOPO to begin conducting Technical Surveys across contaminated areas

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APOPO’s Dr. Mungo Kisinza Awarded PhD for African Giant Pouched Rat Research

In a significant achievement for APOPO and African giant pouched rat research, veterinarian Dr. Mungo Kisinza was awarded a PhD from the Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) in Morogoro, Tanzania, at its 44th graduation ceremony. Held at the Edward Moringe campus and presided over by Chancellor Joseph Sinde Warioba, the event celebrated the accomplishments of

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