Africa and Madagascar 
Leaves in Liberia.  © CI/Photo by John Martin 
Leaves in Liberia.
© CI/Photo by John Martin 
Scientific expeditions 

Explore some of our research expeditions on the African continent.

Botswana

The Okavango Delta, Botswana, 2000

The Okavango Delta is the world's second largest wetland – it spans four countries and supports over 150,000 people. Join our scientists in exploring its unique diversity.

Ghana

Atewa Range Forest Reserve, Ghana, 2006

All of the unique and diverse species documented on this expedition are dependant on the clean and abundant water that originates in Atewa for their survival. Millions of people from Ghana also depend on this water source.

IN DEPTH: See a list of all CI African expeditions

 
 
 
 
 
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