Catalyzing Financing and Capacity for the Biodiversity Economy around Protected Areas 2027 Grant

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Summary

A multilateral environment fund grant funds South Africa's capacity to combat illegal wildlife trade and grow the biodiversity economy in protected areas through two pillars: anti-poaching and enforcement (Pillar 1) and financial mechanisms to increase investment and community benefits in three target PA landscapes (Pillar 2). Eligible applicants are South African government agencies, research institutes, and national parks organizations.

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About this grant

This is a GEF-funded project in South Africa aimed at strengthening the country's capacity to combat illegal wildlife trade and improve protected area landscape management for increased community benefits. The project operates across two pillars executed through 2027. Pillar 1, implemented by UNEP in partnership with the Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF), the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI), and the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), focuses on building anti-poaching capabilities, training, forensic and legal support to combat illegal wildlife tr …

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does this grant offer?: Catalyzing Financing and Capacity for the Biodiversity Economy around Protected Areas offers $39.5M.
When is the Catalyzing Financing and Capacity for the Biodiversity Economy around Protected Areas deadline?: Applications close 30 Jun 2027 00:00 (301 days left).
Who can apply for Catalyzing Financing and Capacity for the Biodiversity Economy around Protected Areas?: Eligibility covers organisations in ZA; local-authority, research-institution, nonprofit. The full eligibility conditions are part of the Pro detail.