This project examines humanity’s enduring relationship with wildlife, tracing how centuries of fluid coexistence between communities and ecosystems were reshaped under German colonial rule. Driven by imperial and economic priorities, colonial policies curtailed traditional land use and instituted legal frameworks that replaced dynamic reciprocity with rigid spatial boundaries—segregating human and “animal” territories and enforcing strict hunting and zoning regulations.
We engage with researchers, academics, artists, and wildlife conservation practitioners to explore diverse perspectives on coexistence, aiming to deepen our understanding of contemporary human-ecological relationships, coexistence, and conflicts—including those between humans and wildlife.
we delved deeper into the issue human co-existence with ecology. Prof. Noe, Dr. Kalokola, and Mr. Shaba took us deeper into exploring various perspective on regarding the intersection of nature conservation and human welfare. It is a complex issue transcending local decision making. The national government as well as multinational conservation agencies and corporation have an active part--oftentimes with incompatible priorities. It is a conversation we must have if we have to ensure the balanced sustainable existence of both humans and animal.
Our Speakers
About prof. Noe
Christine Noe is an Ass. Professor of Human Geography whose research is on conservation and development politics. Her recent work has focused on conservation partnerships, transfrontier conservation areas and rural livelihood changes. Using border and space theories, her work seeks to explain how local and international development politics influence rural land use, tenure and security dynamics in Tanzania. She is the author of ‘Regionalising Tourism using Transfrontier Conservation Areas in Southern Africa (2020)’; ‘Berlin Curse in Tanzania’s Selous World Heritage Site (2019)’ and co-editor of two recent books; ‘Prosperity in Rural Africa (2021 with Dan Brockington) and ‘Contested Sustainability’ (2022 with Stefano Ponte). Christine is currently Principal of College of Social Sciences where she is actively leading research and mentorship for young scholars.
About Shaba
Sam is a passionate advocate for technology and innovative business solutions, Sam focuses on empowering community-led conservation initiatives to deliver lasting impact.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Management from Sokoine University and an MBA for Conservation Leaders from the African Leadership University. With his blend of academic expertise and field experience, Sam is committed to advancing transformative solutions in Africa’s conservation landscape.
Sam Shaba joined Honeyguide in 2014 as a GIS and Monitoring & Evaluation Officer. He quickly rose to become Programs Manager, overseeing the organization’s program design, implementation, and reporting. In 2024, Sam transitioned to his current role as CEO.
Under Sam’s leadership, Honeyguide’s team of over 50 dedicated professionals proves that sustainable, community-based conservation is both achievable and essential for the survival of Tanzania’s wildlife.
About Dr. Kalokola
Dr. Ritha Kalokola's research focuses on the intersection of wildlife conservation, community development, and the economics of trophy hunting, particularly in Tanzania. Her work critically examines the widely held belief that trophy hunting is a sustainable and beneficial tool for conservation. A core theme of her research is the application of a utilitarian ethical framework, which emphasizes maximizing benefits for the greatest number of people, to assess the true impact of trophy hunting.