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Uncovering the illegal online trade in South African succulents

 

Key Facts

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FUNDING SCHEME
Covid19 Rapid Response
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VALUE
£19,208
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WHERE
South Africa

Summary

South Africa has seen a spike in poaching incidents of succulent species, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. This project will use Artificial Intelligence software developed in the FloraGuard project to conduct a mass online search of forums for chats and sales posts to identify possible poaching events and notify law enforcement to act ahead of time. In-country partners will be trained to use this software for continued use and monitoring of poaching in South Africa.
 
Status Completed
Reference CV19RR12
Round 26
Start 04/01/2021
End 26/03/2021



Regions
Sub-Saharan Africa

Countries
South Africa

Documents:
Download: Final Report - CV19RR12 FR - Public Version - 07/01/2022

Download: Application Form - CV19RR12 App - 18/02/2021