Cheetah Conservation Success Story: Re-wilding to Mozambique’s Zambezi Delta
This Cheetah Conservation Success Story highlights a major achievement for African wildlife. Thanks to PwC South Africa and the Ford Wildlife Foundation, ten cheetahs were successfully relocated to Mozambique’s Zambezi Delta after a challenging 9,634km journey through riots, lockdowns and rugby matches.
Key Achievements
- 10 cheetahs safely translocated
- 900,000 hectares of new protected habitat secured
- Area equivalent to half of Kruger National Park
- Watch the relocation video [here]
SOME OF OUR FASCINATING SCIENCE SATURDAY POSTS
Western Leopard Toad Research
Our Fascinating Science Saturday projects include:
- Mapping Western Leopard Toad (Sclerophrys pantherina) distribution in Overberg
- Collecting historical records and DNA samples with Cape Leopard Trust
- Reporting protocol for carcasses:Â [email protected]
Why This Matters
These initiatives demonstrate how:
- Corporate partnerships enable large-scale conservation
- Community involvement improves species monitoring
- Scientific research informs protection strategies
“From cheetahs to toads, every conservation effort contributes to healthier ecosystems,” notes an EWT spokesperson.