3217: SEASONS: Protecting South Sudan's Wildlife and Balancing Livelihoods

This episode of Seasons focuses on wildlife protection and sustainable conservation in South Sudan’s Great Nile migration landscapes. The programme explores how economic pressures, insecurity and weak enforcement are affecting ecosystems and biodiversity. It examines rising poaching, habitat loss and growing tensions between communities and wildlife. The discussion highlights the role of law, conservation institutions and local communities in protecting natural resources, while asking how South Sudan can balance development needs with long-term environmental sustainability. Guests: General Khamis Adieng Diing, Director General, National Ministry of Wildlife Conservation & Tourism Floringtong Aseerrvatham, Country Representative, African Parks Networks in South Sudan