Prince Harry-linked Charity Admits Human Rights Abuses
Above: The Odzala-Kokoua National Park. Image copyright: Wikimedia Commons
The Spin
Narrative A
The conservation model employed by African Parks is necessary to protect wildlife and ecosystems and spur economic development through tourism. The organization's swift response to allegations, implementation of new safeguards, and commitment to improvement highlight its dedication to balancing conservation needs with community rights.
Narrative B
African Parks continues to perpetuate a xenophobic and colonial model of conservation that forcibly removes indigenous people from their ancestral lands and allows outsiders to take control. Despite knowing about these atrocities for years, the organization only acted after media exposure, and their refusal to release the full investigation findings suggests a continued lack of transparency.
