News and Media August 2024

Photo credit: Department of Wildlife and National Parks of Botswana
Photo credit: Department of Wildlife and National Parks of Botswana
Botswana’s new protected area fees generate US$ 3.6 million in the first year, three times the original forecast
Botswana's updated fees for protected areas have generated US$ 3.6 million in the first year, significantly exceeding the original forecast of US$ 1 million. The new fee system, introduced in April 2022, was developed in collaboration between the Government of Botswana and BIOFIN. With over 40% of B...Read more
EAPAC Regional Dialogue in Georgia
EAPAC Regional Dialogue in Georgia
Europe and APAC report major gains in public funding for nature, and progress in Fintech and Gaming solutions, at the BIOFIN Regional Dialogue 2024
This year’s BIOFIN regional dialogue for Europe, Asia and the Pacific (EAPAC) was an inspired three days of exchanges on sustainable finance for biodiversity, with teams reporting breakthroughs in public funding for protected areas, and new financing streams such as fintech and gaming solutions gain...Read more