We use law to protect and restore biodiversity in Southern Africa

Our purpose

We are activist lawyers who seek to use the law to protect and restore ecosystems in Southern Africa. By partnering with communities and other civil society organisations, we provide legal advice and support in order to achieve our vision of flourishing indigenous species and ecosystems that support sustainable livelihoods in Southern Africa.

Current project

Protecting Verlorenvlei

We work with partner organisations to address threats to this unique wetland of international importance

Current project

Protecting African Penguins

We work with partner organisations to address threats to African Penguins as a result of human activity

Latest news

The new Biodiversity Bill – the good, the bad, and the baffling

We are hiring: attorney

New Minister dismisses Biodiversity Law Centre’s appeal against Karpowership Richards Bay environmental authorisation

Biodiversity Law Centre comments on draft Biodiversity Bill