The Fall of the Black Rhino: A Devastating 98% Loss Since 1960
Seeing a black rhino in the wild is a rare and sought-after experience for many safari-goers and wildlife enthusiasts. However, the fall of the black rhino population has made these iconic members of the “Big Five” a real-life safari unicorn. It might be hard to believe, but at one time, black rhinos were the most […]
Private Reserve’s Now Conserve Half of Africa’s Rhinos
In recent years, Africa’s private reserves have emerged as significant players in the fight against rhino poaching. While rhino populations in government and state-owned parks continue to plummet due to the horrors of wildlife poaching, unchecked corruption, and poor distribution of funds, private reserves and communal wildlife conservancies are holding their ground and doing everything […]
Saving Private Rhinos
With approximately 8,000 rhinos now under private ownership in South Africa, constituting about 60% of the national herd, the need for comprehensive anti-poaching measures has never been greater. The latest rhino poaching data, recently released by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE), reveals a concerning trend, despite the tireless efforts to combat wildlife poaching. […]
Suspected Rhino Poachers Arrested and Headed to Court
In a significant development following the devastating rhino massacre at Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve, near Ceres in the Klein Karoo, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed the arrest of the suspects responsible for the heinous act. The culprits are set to appear in court soon. Last week, the heart-wrenching incident shocked the nation […]
Pregnant Rhino Among Four Killed at Western Cape Game Reserve
In a horrifying incident on Wednesday night, poachers struck Inverdoorn private game reserve, located north of Cape Town, leaving a trail of devastation in their wake. Four rhinos fell victim to this ruthless and senseless attack, and to add to the cruelty, reserve staff have since confirmed that one of the fallen rhinos was pregnant. […]
Rhino Massacre at Inverdoorn Private Game Reserver
Rhino Massacre at Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve 09 December 2021 Saving Private Rhino 3 Minute Read Conservation In a devastating incident that unfolded on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, Searl Derman, the owner of Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve, situated just outside Cape Town in the Western Cape, South Africa, along with his dedicated management and staff, […]
