Through support like yours, this funding enabled our partners on the ground to bolster relations and build integration which resulted in a more unified anti-poaching force in the Greater Kruger. In terms of the impact the training had, In 2021 alone GKEPF arrested over 30 suspects and recovered over 30 firearms.
Strategic fund deploment enabled precise aerial support to track poacher, while rangers received training in night vision technology and navigation tools, sharpening their reporting accuracy and operational effectiveness.
The deployment of K9 units, including tracker dogs and hounds equipped with advanced techonology, boosted operational confidence and teamwork, particularly during cross-border and night-time missions.
By building the core elements of a robust counter-poaching system, our mission is to reverse the tide of wildlife crime and reduce the serious threats faced by field rangers. This integrated approach aims to foster synergy and establish a proactive, sustainable defense against poaching.