From Vermin to Value: The Jackal
In a world where jackals are often seen as pests, WeWild Africa recognizes their intrinsic value. Our innovative approach to conservation extends to these misunderstood creatures, transforming them from persecuted to protected. We’ve embarked on a mission to rescue and rewild jackals, finding unique habitats like Gorongosa and Phinda that welcome their presence.
A Year On: UK Rewilded Cheetahs Thrive in Africa
A year has passed since WeWild Africa achieved a world-first by successfully rewilding two captive-born cheetahs, Saba and Nairo, from the UK to South Africa. Today, we are thrilled to report that they are thriving in their new home at Mount Camdeboo Private Game Reserve in the Great Karoo.
Historical International Translocation: Cheetah from Canadian Snow to Zimbabwean Savannah
In a world’s-first international conservation effort, WeWild Africa, together with Imire Rhino and Wildlife Conservation, achieved a historical first by translocating two cheetahs, Kumbe and Jabari, from Canada’s snowy landscapes to Zimbabwe’s vast savannahs. This landmark initiative helps revitalize Zimbabwe’s cheetah population genetics.
A Global First: UK-Born Cheetahs Rewilded in South Africa
In a groundbreaking world-first initiative, we have set a new precedent in wildlife conservation by rewilding two captive-born cheetahs, Saba and Nairo, from the UK to South Africa. The team’s innovative mindset and meticulous planning led to a successful rewilding, infusing new genetics into South Africa’s cheetah population.
7,000 kms from UK to Gabon; Rewilding The African Wild Dog After 25 Years of Absence
In a global record breaking conservation effort, WeWild Africa, in collaboration with our sister organization, The Aspinall Foundation, has rewilded African painted dogs to Gabon, bringing them back from 25 years of extinction in the area. Seven African Wild Dogs, bred at the UK’s Port Lympne Reserve, embarked on a remarkable 7,000-km journey to their new home in Gabon’s Lékédi Park.