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Boosting wildlife security at Somkhanda

February 9, 2021 Leave a Comment

As game reserves continue to struggle in dealing with the impact of Covid-19 through the loss of income from the tourism model and the loss of manpower to combat wildlife crime, the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Save our Species African Wildlife initiative, co-funded by the European Union (EU), recently approved an investment that will see a rapid … [Read more...]

‘Protecting forever, together’ more important than ever

December 6, 2020 Leave a Comment

The Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) is proud to share with you their 2020 Integrated Report, which provides an overview of the EWT’s conservation impact throughout the region in the previous financial year. Here is the intro by EWT CEO Dirk Ackerman: 2020 will go down in the annals of history as the year of the pandemic, as COVID-19 dominated the news agenda. One of the … [Read more...]

Save the rhino one fire at a time

September 14, 2020 Leave a Comment

South Africa is privileged to have exquisite landscapes and magnificent wildlife. We are both blessed but also tasked with the responsibility of caring for our environment. Unfortunately, our natural world has paid the price for our advancements. Case in point, South Africa’s iconic rhino is facing extinction. South African lifestyle cooking and heating products supplier … [Read more...]

Help support our nature protectors this World Ranger Month

July 9, 2020 Leave a Comment

This year, Zimbabwe ranger Charles Chinobva faced and survived one of the many dangers that come with being a ranger - a close encounter with a Black Rhino which left him with a severely punctured lung. Charles Chinobva and Junior Pfumgwa were on a mission to photograph a black rhino mother and her calf. Once spotted, Charles pointed the camera in their direction. “As I … [Read more...]

Stop the next coronavirus: ban wildlife trade!

June 2, 2020 Leave a Comment

Our world has changed beyond belief - hundreds of thousands have died, shops are shuttered, and we can’t even hug our family and friends. The likely cause of this pandemic? The global wildlife trade. We know it’s driving the extinction of thousands of species, and is responsible for animal rights abuses - and now experts warn wildlife markets could be a “ticking time … [Read more...]

Rhino Conservation Awards to recognise unsung heroes

April 9, 2020 Leave a Comment

Nominations are now open for the Rhino Conservation Awards 2020, which aim to recognise those protecting Africa's wildlife. Never before has the importance of raising awareness for conservation and the individuals and organizations who fight tirelessly for it, been more paramount. These prestigious awards aim to highlight the people and organisations who are working … [Read more...]

Curbing the rhino crisis – not all doom and gloom

December 19, 2019 Leave a Comment

With four suspected poachers recently apprehended at the Somkhanda Community Game Reserve, it is no wonder that 2019 has been hailed as one of the best for the reserve. 2019 has seen great achievements for the Somkhanda Community Game Reserve with 6 rhino calves born on Somkhanda. This is an incredibly important contribution to Zululand’s rhino population and a testament to the … [Read more...]

Vietnamese youth experience once-in-a-lifetime conservation activities

October 7, 2019 Leave a Comment

Five Vietnamese youth were given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to attend the World Youth Wildlife Summit, experience the Kruger National Park and Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve, join a rhino de-horning exercise, visit the Zululand Anti-Poaching Wing and K9 Unit, and participate in a walking trail with a renowned guide. Dinh Thi Thuy Nga (24), Do Quang Thien (20), Le Anh … [Read more...]

Youth delegates from across the world pledge to protect wildlife

September 26, 2019 Leave a Comment

The World Youth Wildlife Summit brought together 225 youth delegates, adult chaperones (educators and community leaders), conservation experts and keynote speakers from the 21st – 24th September, to equip the youth to become Ambassadors for Conservation and influencers to reduce wildlife crime. The impact of wildlife crime was highlighted during the Opening Ceremony when … [Read more...]

Rhino awards recognises the people who protect wildlife

June 24, 2019 Leave a Comment

“It’s not whether animals will survive, it’s whether man has the will to save them.”- Anthony Douglas Williams. Africa’s wildlife is a vital part of the continent’s heritage. They are in many ways not a part of Africa, they are Africa. The increasing threats to Africa’s wildlife suggest that Africa could be in danger of losing a part of its identity. But there is hope. There … [Read more...]

Nominations for the 8th Rhino Conservation Awards are now open

April 3, 2019 Leave a Comment

Nominations for the 8th annual Rhino Conservation Awards have officially opened and are invited from the five rhino range states of Africa. The Rhino Conservation Awards will be presented at a Gala Dinner held at the Montecasino Ballroom in Johannesburg. Award finalists will be joined at the event by high-level dignitaries under the patronage of His Serene Highness Prince … [Read more...]

Time to focus on our oceans: 70% of our land mass

May 2, 2013 Leave a Comment

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A recent Green Times article focuses on Dr Sylvia Earle, one of the most famous marine biologists in the world who in her lifetime has spent more time underwater than just about anyone else on the planet. Read what she has to say about Sushi sweeping the oceans clean, how fish are valued only after they are dead, that 96% of Bluefin tuna are gone, that we don’t have to … [Read more...]

Reusable shopping bags to raise awareness and funds

March 19, 2013 1 Comment

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Woolworths introduced a series of Limited Edition ‘Bags for Good’ reusable shopping bags to help raise awareness and funds to aid conservation efforts to help save Africa’s most endangered species. To date, Woolworths has contributed close to R3 million to efforts to save the rhino, cheetah, African painted dog and vultures, all thanks to customers’ support of these Limited … [Read more...]

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