The truth behind wildlife tourism

Al Jazeera · Feb 20, 2026 · Collected from RSS

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The StreamCan wildlife tourism balance conservation, land rights and profit?Millions travel to Kenya and Tanzania each year to witness the Great Migration, but growing tourism infrastructure is raising concerns. Conservationists and community leaders warn that development is disrupting wildlife corridors and impacting Maasai land rights. We explore the science behind migration shifts, the economic role of tourism, and ask whether conservation and community livelihoods can coexist.Presenter: Stefanie DekkerGuests:Joseph Moses Oleshangay – Lawyer and human rights activistChloe Buiting – Veterinarian and wildlife conservationistGladys Kalema-Zikusoka – VeterinarianGrant Hopcraft – Researcher and professor, University of GlasgowPublished On 20 Feb 2026