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South Sudan, in partnership with the nonprofit African Parks, is making significant efforts to protect the world’s largest land mammal migration, which involves up to six million animals. The migration, which includes species such as the white-eared kob, tiang, Mongalla gazelle, and bohor reedbuck, is crucial for their survival. Despite challenges like flooding, famine, and civil war, the animals continue to follow ancient migration routes through areas left free by indigenous tribes.

In 2022, African Parks and the South Sudanese government signed a 10-year agreement to manage Boma and Bandingilo National Parks to protect these migratory species. Extensive aerial surveys and the collaring of 253 animals over two years have helped track their movements and understand their behaviors.

Seventeen ethnic groups in South Sudan, who rely on these animals for their cultural and practical needs, view the migration as a sacred symbol. These communities are working with African Parks to implement conservation measures that protect wildlife and preserve their ecosystem.

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