Africa’s wildlife laws follow a colonial model which separates people and animals: why it’s not working

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Colonial-era wildlife laws persist, violating indigenous rights and undermining conservation. | The article highlights a systemic ethical failure in African wildlife governance: colonial-era laws that exclude local communities while failing to protect biodiversity. This dual violation of indigenous rights and conservation goals creates a net negative ethical position. Reform efforts, though nascent, represent a positive step toward aligning governance with both ecological and human rights framew