News and Media June 2022

Ms Nokutula Mhene UNDP Programme Management Specialist

22 Jun 2022

UNDP Special Event: The Role of Biodiversity Finance in a Changing World Post the Pandemic

On 21 June 2022, UNDP hosted a session to present emerging initiatives to promote investment into biodiversity investment at the SRI congress. The 90-minute hybrid event that took place at the Future Africa Auditorium at The University of Pretoria, South Africa hosted a moderated expert panel discus...Read more

The Red Colobus monkey, native in Zanzibar (c) Andrew Seidl

15 Jun 2022

African countries lighting the way for biodiversity finance solutions

Biodiversity finance experts from across Africa and beyond came together in Zanzibar, Tanzania last week at the BIOFIN 8th African Regional Dialogue to share experiences and build their knowledge about biodiversity finance solutions. Around 50 experts from 12 participating African countries and BIOF...Read more

14 Jun 2022

Ordinance on tourist user charges for Koh Tao Island

By Niran Nirannoot, Boonthida Ketsomboon, Annabelle C. Trinidad Koh Tao is one of the most unique and attractive tourist destinations in Southeast Asia. The island derives many benefits from its rich biodiversity, from the beaches known for crystal clear water, jungle habitat, and most famously, ric...Read more