The journal

Notes from the wild

763 stories, guides and dispatches from Southern and East Africa.

Mastering Light and Landscape: Practical Photography Techniques for Tanzania’s Diverse Terrain

Photography

Mastering Light and Landscape: Practical Photography Techniques for Tanzania’s Diverse Terrain

9 min read

Practical Kenyan Photography Techniques for Capturing Wildlife in Motion

Photography

Practical Kenyan Photography Techniques for Capturing Wildlife in Motion

10 min read

Mastering Light and Composition for Wildlife Shots in Southern Africa

Photography

Mastering Light and Composition for Wildlife Shots in Southern Africa

9 min read

Practical Camera Settings for Capturing Zambia's Dramatic Landscapes at First Light

Photography

Practical Camera Settings for Capturing Zambia's Dramatic Landscapes at First Light

9 min read

Practical Ways to Photograph African Wildlife Without Disturbing Natural Behaviors

Photography

Practical Ways to Photograph African Wildlife Without Disturbing Natural Behaviors

9 min read

How Wildlife on South African Safaris Adjusts to Human Presence During Game Drives

News

How Wildlife on South African Safaris Adjusts to Human Presence During Game Drives

9 min read

How Zimbabwean Wildlife Species Adjust Migration Routes Amid Climate Shifts

News

How Zimbabwean Wildlife Species Adjust Migration Routes Amid Climate Shifts

9 min read

Seychelles Marine Species Face New Pressures from Rising Ocean Temperatures

News

Seychelles Marine Species Face New Pressures from Rising Ocean Temperatures

9 min read

Zambia Strengthens Anti-Poaching Measures to Safeguard Rhinos and Elephants

News

Zambia Strengthens Anti-Poaching Measures to Safeguard Rhinos and Elephants

8 min read

Uganda Strengthens Gorilla Protection Through Community Partnerships

News

Uganda Strengthens Gorilla Protection Through Community Partnerships

10 min read

Rwanda's Wildlife Agencies Report Rising Buffalo and Antelope Numbers in 2024

News

Rwanda's Wildlife Agencies Report Rising Buffalo and Antelope Numbers in 2024

9 min read

Current Safety Protocols for Botswana Safari Travelers

News

Current Safety Protocols for Botswana Safari Travelers

9 min read

How South African Rangers Are Adapting Anti-Poaching Tactics to Climate Shifts

News

How South African Rangers Are Adapting Anti-Poaching Tactics to Climate Shifts

9 min read

Tanzania Reports Sharp Rise in Key Wildlife Populations Across Northern Parks

News

Tanzania Reports Sharp Rise in Key Wildlife Populations Across Northern Parks

11 min read

Kenya's Wildlife Faces Mounting Pressure from Shifting Rainfall Patterns

News

Kenya's Wildlife Faces Mounting Pressure from Shifting Rainfall Patterns

10 min read

This Is How Kenya’s Living Traditions Shape Memorable Journeys

Culture

This Is How Kenya’s Living Traditions Shape Memorable Journeys

8 min read

How Tanzanian Daily Rituals Shape Family and Community Bonds

Culture

How Tanzanian Daily Rituals Shape Family and Community Bonds

10 min read

 Seychelles Blend Creole Flavours and Traditional Dance into Daily Life

Culture

Seychelles Blend Creole Flavours and Traditional Dance into Daily Life

8 min read

How Zimbabwe's Ancient Hunting Traditions Shape Daily Village Life

Culture

How Zimbabwe's Ancient Hunting Traditions Shape Daily Village Life

9 min read

Experiencing Botswana's Kgotla Tradition

Culture

Experiencing Botswana's Kgotla Tradition

9 min read

How South African Tribes Shape Modern Identity

Culture

How South African Tribes Shape Modern Identity

9 min read

Tracing Zambia’s Cultural Roots from Ancient Kingdoms to Modern Traditions

Culture

Tracing Zambia’s Cultural Roots from Ancient Kingdoms to Modern Traditions

12 min read

Golden Hour in the Drakensberg: Field-Proven Camera Settings for Dramatic Landscapes

Photography

Golden Hour in the Drakensberg: Field-Proven Camera Settings for Dramatic Landscapes

10 min read

How Photographers Directly Support Anti-Poaching Work Across Kenyan Reserves

Photography

How Photographers Directly Support Anti-Poaching Work Across Kenyan Reserves

10 min read