Research and Monitoring
To better understand local ecological systems and measure the effectiveness of community and conservation work, the Grumeti Fund invests significantly in research and monitoring programs.
The aim is to maintain long-term records of changes in key variables – including climate, soil carbon, hydrological variables, vegetation biomass and species composition, controlled management burns, alien species
(livestock and plants), large mammal numbers, large and important bird species, and human-wildlife conflict.
(livestock and plants), large mammal numbers, large and important bird species, and human-wildlife conflict.
Using state-of-the-art GIS mapping software, the Fund can accurately map everything from wildfires and alien plant infestations to human-wildlife conflict and poaching incidents. This data ensures that only the best evidence-based information guides decision-making. Several projects are aimed at gaining a deeper understanding of the dynamics of wildlife populations, including a focus on predator densities and territories, as well as elephant behaviour and movements.
Research and Innovation
Established in 2020, RISE (Research & Innovation for Serengeti Ecosystem) is an applied research centre in the western Serengeti. Its mission is to create innovative tools and solutions to combat the most pressing conservation challenges of our time.
A fundamental cornerstone of the Grumeti Fund is the belief that conservation programs create opportunities for women and youth that will lead to a future where conservation actions and policies are inclusive and, as a result, contribute to better outcomes for both people and wildlife.
Built on collaboration and education, RISE aims to develop and support research initiatives that provide tangible and sustainable solutions to benefit the people and wildlife of the Serengeti ecosystem and beyond. They are committed to supporting local talent and early-stage conservationists, and making space for women in the conservation research and protected area management.
Established in 2020, RISE (Research & Innovation for Serengeti Ecosystem) is an applied research centre in the western Serengeti. Its mission is to create innovative tools and solutions to combat the most pressing conservation challenges of our time.
A fundamental cornerstone of the Grumeti Fund is the belief that conservation programs create opportunities for women and youth that will lead to a future where conservation actions and policies are inclusive and, as a result, contribute to better outcomes for both people and wildlife.
Built on collaboration and education, RISE aims to develop and support research initiatives that provide tangible and sustainable solutions to benefit the people and wildlife of the Serengeti ecosystem and beyond. They are committed to supporting local talent and early-stage conservationists, and making space for women in the conservation research and protected area management.
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Als Hüter von mehr als 1.400 Quadratmetern des weltberühmten Ökosystems der Serengeti in Tansania arbeitet Singita eng mit dem Grumeti Fund zusammen, was eine enorme Wirkung erzielt. Der gemeinnützige Grumeti Fund führt Programme zum Schutz von Wildtieren und für die Dorfentwicklung innerhalb und außerhalb der Singita Grumeti Reserve durch.
Angesichts von Herausforderungen wie unkontrollierter Wilderei, Buschfeuern und invasiven Pflanzenarten beschloss der Grumeti Fund, als er im Jahr 2003 das Management der Region übernahm, sich voll und ganz für den Artenschutz einzusetzen und die schwindenden Populationen wieder aufzubauen. Er machte aus der öden, stark zerstörten Region wieder eine blühende Wildnis. Zu seinen größten Erfolgen gehören die Wiederansiedlung vieler Arten wie Büffeln, Gnus und Elefanten. 2019 gelang mit der Umsiedlung von neun vom Aussterben bedrohten Ostafrikanischen Spitzmaulnashörnern ein einmaliges Projekt.
Der gemeinnützige Fonds ist bei seinen Projekten für Umweltschutz und Dorfentwicklung finanziell unabhängig. Er finanziert sich aus Spenden der Gäste von Singita sowie von Nichtregierungsorganisationen und Philanthropen, die einen Beitrag zur nachhaltigen Naturschutzarbeit in Afrika leisten möchten.
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