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The Importance of River Patrols

The Importance of River Patrols

International borders are problematic regarding anti-poaching operations, but even more so when a major river forms the boundary. The Zambezi River forms the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. In the section above Victoria Falls, there are many small islands and numerous channels, which make patrolling very difficult. John Laing from

Editorial

Editorial

Against All Odds By Zig Mackintosh African wildlife conservation faces many challenges. Competing economic priorities, such as poverty reduction and economic development, are high on the list; political leaders prioritize economic growth over wildlife protection. Resources are limited, and conservation efforts require significant financial investment, which can be difficult for

Ganam: Legendary Safaris Tanzania. Kizigo West and Central and Moyowosi South Conservation Report 2022.

Ganam: Legendary Safaris Tanzania. Kizigo West and Central and Moyowosi South Conservation Report 2022.

By Arnaud Mermet The Kizigo Game Reserve is a vast and diverse Miombo woodland in central Tanzania, forming a large part of the Greater Ruaha Ecosystem. The area is home to approximately 300 species of birds and a wide variety of large mammals. Over 10% of the global lion population

PATROL - VOLUME 6

PATROL - VOLUME 6

IMPI: How valuable are horses in anti-poaching operations? (7-minute Video) How valuable are horses in anti-poaching operations? Alison Baker heads up the self-funded Independent Mounted Patrol Initiative (IMPI) out of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. WATCH HERE Trapping and Snaring: Conservation’s Double-edged Swords As with any off-take of wildlife, however,

Trapping and Snaring: Conservation’s Double-edged Swords

Trapping and Snaring: Conservation’s Double-edged Swords

By Hank’s Voice People have trapped animals in various ways for centuries, primarily for food, furs, and pest control. One form, snaring, is an ancient technique depicted in cave drawings thousands of years old, and steel traps were first mentioned in late 16th-century literature. Trapping was also a chief

The Curse of Scale

The Curse of Scale

What do you do when your game ranching business is not big enough to fund a full-time anti-poaching team and the poaching problem threatens your livelihood? Kobus Venter from Northern KwaZulu/Natal in South Africa runs a successful game ranch and abattoir which supplies game meat across the province. Poaching

IMPI: How Valuable are Horses in Anti-poaching Operations?

IMPI: How Valuable are Horses in Anti-poaching Operations?

How valuable are horses in anti-poaching operations? Alison Baker heads up the self-funded Independent Mounted Patrol Initiative (IMPI) out of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. IMPI works with like-minded conservation groups across the region, such as Guides Against Poaching, to combat poaching. The burgeoning town of Victoria Falls has provided poachers