Pollinators, such as bees, birds, butterflies, and bats, play a vital role in the health of plants, animals, people and the environment. This World Bee Day, here are five reasons pollinators are vital contributors to One Health. 

As the world comes together to celebrate World Bee Day 2025 on May 20, a wide array of initiatives and events are taking place across continents, reflecting the growing awareness of the essential role that bees and other pollinators play in our agri-food systems and livelihoods.

Across the globe, the role of pollinators in sustaining food production and maintaining healthy ecosystems has become a critical focus for researchers, farmers, and policymakers alike. In Angola, where agriculture remains a cornerstone of livelihoods and development, pollinators—especially bees—are both silent workers and fragile allies. As the country rebuilds its agricultural potential, integrating pollinator protection into national strategies is no longer an option, but a necessity.

In the vibrant heart of Brazil’s Atlantic Forest, a surprising discovery has emerged—Xenohyla truncata, a small treefrog, might just be the world’s first known amphibian pollinator. Researchers observed this frog feeding on fruits, flowers, and nectar, using suction-like movements to ...

Pollinators play a vital yet often overlooked role in sustaining ecosystems, agriculture, and livelihoods. Our Friends the Pollinators: A Handbook of Pollinator Diversity and Conservation in East Africa, authored by Dr. Dino J. Martins and published by Nature Kenya, offers an engaging and prac...