Rhinos, with their magnificent presence and ancient lineage, are among our planet's most iconic and ecologically significant animals. Yet, these majestic creatures face an existential threat from ...

“As we intensify the fight against wildlife poaching, it is encouraging to see that the work of the rangers, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment and other key role players ...

South Africa recorded a 15% decrease in rhino poaching last year, with 420 rhinos killed, compared with the 499 killed in 2023. Of those, 320 were killed on state properties and 100 on privately ...

This story appears in the March 2012 issue of National Geographic magazine. The rifle shot boomed through the darkening forest just as Damien Mander arrived at his campfire after a long day ...

The number of rhinos killed in South Africa has dropped from around 500 deaths in 2023, to 420 last year – largely because of a major dehorning programme in KwaZulu-Natal’s world-famous ...

The number of rhinos poached in South Africa decreased last year compared with 2023. Despite this, however, wildlife trafficking remains a significant global challenge and requires intense efforts ...

Nearly 200 rhinos have been killed in South Africa during the first half the year, according to statistics from the national parks department. The rate of poaching if not curbed could exceed 2010 ...

The latest rhino poaching report has revealed a decrease in poaching numbers in South Africa, but concerns remain as certain areas continue to see escalating poaching activities. The report, which ...

South Africa continues to see a downward trend in rhino poaching, with the 2024 statistics showing that 499 rhinos were poached in 2023, compared to 420 last year -- a decrease of 79. "As we ...

LIMPOPO – The fight against rhino poaching took centre stage at the latest conservation evening hosted by the Phalaborwa Natural Heritage Foundation (PNHF) on Wednesday, March 5. Wildlife ...

KwaZulu-Natal remains the hardest hit province when it comes to rhino poaching, with 232 rhinos poached in the province last year. This is according to statistics released by Environment Minister ...