On November 12, 2024, the 30 Millions d’Amis literary awards were bestowed upon Frédéric Joignot and Françoise Malby-Anthony for their works highlighting animal welfare. Joignot received the main prize for ‘Zoographie,’ an autobiographical account of his relationships with various animals. Malby-Anthony was honored for her essay, ‘La Sagesse des éléphants,’ which reflects her dedication to conserving African wildlife. Both winners were awarded monetary prizes to donate to animal protection organizations, with Joignot expressing concern over the worsening plight of animals amid ongoing ecological crises.

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