Uganda's first wildlife vet works to protect mountain gorillas through community health

Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka has devoted her career to conserving mountain gorillas in Uganda by working closely with local communities. Her organization, Conservation Through Public Health, addresses health issues that affect both gorillas and people. She also established Gorilla Conservation Coffee, which supports farmers by encouraging sustainable coffee cultivation. The initiative helps protect gorilla habitats while generating income for local families. Her work underlines how collaboration between conservationists and communities is essential to wildlife protection and development.