News and Media May 2026

By Eva Bortolotti and Rejoyce Shozi On 22 May 2026, South Africa hosts the International Day for Biological Diversity under the theme “Acting Locally for Global Impact.” The message could not be more relevant: protecting nature starts with local action: in communities, landscapes, and ecosystems whe...Read more

What if a few minutes on your phone, between shopping, commuting, or waiting for coffee, could help restore a mangrove forest? For most people, financing nature still feels distant, technical, or reserved for governments and donors. The NEXTOPIA Gaming App, launched in Thailand, changes that dynamic...Read more

Across landscapes and seascapes, women are central to protecting and restoring nature. They manage forests and farmlands, safeguard watersheds, sustain agrobiodiversity, and support community resilience. They are often the first to notice biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation. Their knowledge...Read more

Zanzibar, 7 May 2026: The Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) through the Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN), yesterday launched a new Digital Cashless and Tourism System for marine and terrestrial protected areas, marking a...Read more