by CAAWODev | Mar 3, 2026 | Awareness, News
“World Wildlife Day, celebrated annually on March 3rd, reminds us of the breathtaking biodiversity that Africa offers—from the majestic elephants of the Serengeti to the critically endangered pangolins hidden in its forests. For CAAWO, however, wildlife...
by CAAWODev | Feb 20, 2026 | Awareness, News
“The recent outbreaks of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) in South Africa are more than just a public health crisis; they are a stark reminder of the fragile balance between animal welfare, human livelihoods, and environmental health. While FMD devastates livestock...
by CAAWODev | Sep 23, 2025 | Animal Awareness, Awareness, Education
Veterinarians dedicate their lives to caring for our animals, but their jobs can be challenging. From diagnosing complex conditions to handling stressed or aggressive pets, those in vet jobs face emotional and physical demands on a daily basis. As a pet owner, you can...
by CAAWODev | Jul 15, 2025 | Awareness, Education
A perspective from the Executive Director of the Coalition of African Animal Welfare Organisations (CAAWO) ahead of the AVA Summit 2025 in Nairobi Introduction As I prepare to address fellow advocates at the inaugural Animal & Vegan Advocacy Summit in Nairobi this...
by CAAWODev | Jul 20, 2024 | Awareness, Education, News
Today, on International Mandela Day, the Coalition of African Animal Welfare Organisations (CAAWO) is spreading the message of kindness and compassion through a special animal story time event for a daycare school in Khayelitsha. The event, held in honour of Nelson...
by CAAWODev | Jul 2, 2024 | Awareness, Education, News
We are excited to welcome the newly appointed ministers, John Steenhuizen and Dion George, to their respective ministries in the South African government. With John Steenhuizen as the Minister of Agriculture and Dion George as the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and...