Race Against the Clock: Rescuing Rhinos in Zimbabwe
When the phone rings for a wildlife emergency, we answer. Five rhinos had been shot, and the remaining rhinos needed to be moved out ASAP. The WeWild Africa team alongside our long standing partner, Imire Rhino & Wildlife Conservation, mobilized into action. Within three days, a speed unknown in the conservation realm, we were fully funded and on-site with emergency helicopter specialized trucks, crates, permits, vets, and a team of rangers and experts to execute our plan.
Saving The Last Rhino of D’Nyala
Over the past five years, more than half a million hectares of land, previously home to thriving rhino populations, have been lost. At the D’Nyala Provincial Nature Reserve in Limpopo Province in 2022, WeWild Africa faced the heart-wrenching reality of relocating the last remaining rhino from this once thriving habitat.
Technology and Innovation in Conservation: Rhino Monitoring in Imire
WeWild Africa is at the global forefront of innovation in rhino conservation, partnering with Zimbabwe’s Imire Rhino and Wildlife Conservation. Our joint efforts blend cutting-edge tracking technologies with vital rewilding projects. From testing satellite units in rhino horns to deploying advanced IoT devices, our mission is to safeguard our wildlife with smarter, more effective solutions.
Orphan Rhinos Find New Home
Makhosi and Mpilo are two white rhinos who were orphaned after their mother was shot by poachers, and found dehydrated and malnourished. WeWild Africa assisted with the rescue, recovery, and eventual rewilding in this heartwarming operation.
Rescue of a Shot Rhino
When we heard a rhino cow that had been shot, we immediately stepped in. We treated her bullet wound and simultaneously darted her calf to prevent it from wandering away while the mother was receiving medical attention. She has now recovered from her injuries, showcasing the success of our ability to mobilize emergency response and funding urgently.