What is Africa Animal Welfare Conference (AAWC)
AAWC is an annual conference co-hosted by Africa Network for Animal Welfare (ANAW) in collaboration with United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), African Union InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) and the Government of the Country in which the Conference is held, for professionals and practitioners, coming together to discuss issues that cut across animal welfare, wildlife and environmental conservation.
The 9th Africa Animal Welfare Conference - Action 2025
The 9th Africa Animal Welfare Conference - Action 2025 will be held both Physically and Virtual from 28 - 30 July 2025.
Conference Dates: 28 - 30 July 2025
- Physical (in-person) - Hotel Franco, Yaounde, Cameroon.
- Virtual - Through a Zoom Platform
Conference Theme:
Strengthening Actions for Animal Welfare and Environment for a Sustainable Future and Resilient Planet.
- Climate Change and Animal Welfare: Exploring the impact of climate change on animal populations and ecosystems.
- Biodiversity and Habitat Conservation: Strategies for protecting endangered species and restoring natural habitats.
- Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems: Ethical livestock production, plant-based alternatives, and responsible consumption.
- Legislative and Policy Frameworks: Strengthening legal instruments to enhance animal welfare and environmental protection.
- Community-Based Conservation: Case studies on local and indigenous approaches to sustainability.
Conference Vision
The Conference aims to be the premier platform for animal welfare stakeholders in Africa to engage in dialogue, learning and strategy development to address circumstances and developments in animal welfare.Conference Mission
The Conference sets to bring together animal welfare stakeholders to deliberate on critical issues affecting animals, their value and their contribution to socio- economic, environmental, humane and sustainable development in Africa.Overall Goal
The overall goal of the conference is to stimulate policy development, review and planning for the realization of animal welfare.
Conference Organizers
The Conference is jointly organized by United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), African Union InterAfrican Union for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) and Africa Network for Animal Welfare (ANAW).
They are supported by a Conference Organising Committee and will work in partnership with the Government of Cameroon.
Conference Partners
Co-Hosting Partners
Partnership Opportunities
Be part of the 9th AAWC Impact impact ! Your support can make a difference in key areas such as branding, interpretation services, networking sessions, delegate sponsorships, exhibition spaces, and conference materials. Whether through financial contributions, in-kind support, or sponsorship, your partnership helps create a more engaging, inclusive, and impactful conference experience. Join us in advancing animal welfare across Africa—every contribution counts!Click Here to find out more about the partnership opportunities.