With more than two decades of experience in wildlife ecology and conservation science, he has dedicated his career to advancing biodiversity conservation and sustainable natural resource management in Tanzania. His work bridges scientific research, field-based conservation practice, and community engagement to address some of contemporary society's most pressing ecological challenges. Throughout his career, he has led and contributed to extensive wildlife research and ecological monitoring programs, focusing on biodiversity conservation, wildlife behavior, and human–wildlife interactions. His approach integrates rigorous scientific methods with practical conservation strategies, ensuring that research findings directly inform management decisions and policy development. A strong advocate for community-based conservation, he works closely with local communities to promote sustainable resource use and foster coexistence between people and wildlife. His applied conservation projects reflect a deep understanding that effective conservation must balance ecological integrity with social and economic realities. He has co-authored more than twenty scientific publications and conservation reports in collaboration with national and international scientists and institutions. His research has played an important role in shaping wildlife management practices and contributing to evidence-based conservation policy. Currently serving as Director of KWRC, he provides strategic leadership to key research programs that inform national wildlife conservation and management frameworks. Under his guidance, research initiatives continue to strengthen scientific knowledge, enhance conservation practice, and support sustainable development goals. Through science, collaboration, and community partnership, his work remains committed to securing a future where wildlife and people thrive together.