Author Lamarque, F. et al.

Year of publication 2009

The aim of this publication is to facilitate the coexistence of humans and wildlife and assist affected communities in applying best management practices. There is no simple solution. Different circumstances, beliefs and values are to be taken into account in evaluating which approaches are best. The publication was developed through a writing workshop organized by FAO and the International Foundation for the Conservation of Wildlife (Fondation IGF) in Paris, France, in January 2008. This review focuses on Africa, where human-wildlife conflict is particularly prevalent, even in countries with a higher average annual income. Rural and peri-urban communities are affected all over the continent. Moreover, the effects of climate change are exacerbating these conflicts.