Governance - Economics - Conservation - Development
The African Wildlife Economy Institute (AWEI) aims to become the leading academic institute for research, outreach, and engagement on wildlife economies in Africa.
AWEI's academic mandate is to work across the faculties of Stellenbosch University including AgriSciences, Economic and Management Science, Law, and Science.
If Africa’s wildlife is to be conserved, it must be recognised and governed as the unique and valuable asset that it is, and it must be managed for the benefit of Africa’s people.
Sustainable and inclusive wildlife economies are critical to align wildlife conservation with economic development in Africa.
Deepen knowledge of African wildlife economies.
Disseminate knowledge of wildlife economies across Africa.
Utilise knowledge to strengthen wildlife economy governance.
The ethical context of the wildlife economy.
The governance of the wildlife economy.
The functioning of the wildlife economy.