Umar Turyakira started his career as a Uganda Wildlife Authority Ranger in Bwindi National Park. He spent 7 years as a security advisor and logistics officer in an international NGO in South Sudan working with peacebuilding and capacity building for Local Councils.

As Umar’s hometown is close to Ishasha, he has the best understanding of the local culture and how to overcome the challenges to create harmonious living between humans and animals.