WeWild Africa stepped up alongside DCM Surfaces to assist the government in dehorning the last two rhinos in the Lionspruit region. Led by Beverly Holden, DCM Surfaces has been a cornerstone in many of our operations, providing essential funding and support for emergency interventions. Their contribution goes beyond financial assistance; it’s a partnership driven by a shared vision for a better future for wildlife in Africa.

Dehorning is a proven method to deter poachers, as it makes the rhinos less attractive poaching targets, which are prized for their horn in traditional eastern medicine practices. However, it’s a costly and logistically challenging operation. Provincial governments often do not have the appropriate funds for such operations. That’s where we, at WeWild Africa, in collaboration with DCM Surfaces, step in – to fill the gaps and ensure that no animal is left vulnerable due to lack of resources. Our collaboration with DCM Surfaces is a model for how private entities and conservation NGOs can work together effectively, together ensuring we have the resources to act swiftly and effectively. Thank you as well to Wild & Free for your continued collaboration. 

The dehorning at Lionspruit shows our unique ego-free communication and collaboration model, where governments, private entities, and NGOs all come together for the wildlife.