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From erosion to recovery in Lake Kivu

Soil erosion has long affected ecosystems and livelihoods around Lake Kivu. Through the work of the Albertine Rift Conservation Society (ARCOS Network), communities are now applying integrated...

Lake Titicaca: tackling pollution and restoring fisheries

Lake Titicaca, one of the most iconic transboundary lakes in South America shared by Peru and Bolivia, is facing mounting environmental pressures that threaten its ecological balance and the...

Building Resilience and Reducing Pollution in Lake Chapala

At Lake Chapala, Mexico’s largest freshwater lake, agricultural activity is both a major pressure on the ecosystem and a key part of the solution for its long-term recovery.   A new initiative led by...

Lake Malawi: Protecting Livelihoods While Restoring Ecosystems

Lake Malawi is one of Africa’s largest freshwater ecosystems and a vital lifeline for surrounding communities. More than 1.6 million people depend on the lake for fish, which provides a key source of...

Expert Voices: Sajeewa Emmanuel

Across the Living Lakes Network, local communities are playing an essential role in protecting freshwater ecosystems through innovative and people-centered approaches. In Sri Lanka, the Nagenahiru...

Nature-Based Solutions Help Restore Deepor Beel

Deepor Beel, one of India’s most important Ramsar-listed wetlands, is facing increasing pressure from rapid urbanisation. Located near Guwahati, the wetland has been heavily impacted by wastewater...

Lake Voices: Daniel Mesa, Lake Tota & Lake Fúquene

Within the Living Lakes Network, local expertise plays a key role in advancing the conservation of freshwater ecosystems. In Colombia, Fundación Humedales is contributing to this effort through...

Community Action Strengthens Climate Resilience in Lake Fúquene

High Andean lakes are among the ecosystems most vulnerable to climate change. Due to their altitude and ecological sensitivity, these freshwater systems are increasingly affected by rising...

Expert Voices: Sartey Leng

As part of the international Living Lakes Network, the Fisheries Action Coalition Team (FACT) is one of the key local partners working to protect and restore freshwater ecosystems through...

Lake Voices: Sanelisiwe Xulu, Lake Sibaya

As part of the international Living Lakes Network, WILDTRUST is leading conservation efforts in South Africa to protect and restore freshwater ecosystems through community-based and climate-resilient...

Farmers at Deepor Beel Transition to Biodiversity-Friendly Agriculture

Promoting biodiversity-friendly agriculture is more than just a farming choice; it is a vital shield for protecting our most precious freshwater ecosystems. Around the shores of Deepor Beel, a...

World Water Day: Caring for Lakes is Caring for Life

Water is the foundation of life. It sustains biodiversity, regulates the climate and supports the wellbeing of millions of people around the world. On World Water Day, the Living Lakes Biodiversity...

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