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Media Articles
These articles were produced with the support of Conservation Action Trust and may be republished free of charge in the interest of wildlife conservation, requiring only that the author and Conservation Action Trust are credited.
Hunters lose Constitutional Court challenge to animal wellbeing protections
The judgment, hailed as a ‘profound victory for wild animals’, brings relief to conservation and animal protection...
The Culling Debate: South Africa Has Not Yet Made the Scientific Case for Elephant Culling
South Africa is once again considering one of wildlife management’s most controversial practices: elephant culling....
North West MEC snubs Parliament again as elephant ‘removal’ plan advances without oversight
The North West MEC stayed away, key reports remained hidden and MPs were given no costs or deadlines for a plan that...
Recent News
Recent news reports on important conservation issues, highlighting the urgent need for action to safeguard the survival of vulnerable species. Stay informed and join us in our efforts to protect our natural heritage.
Satellite data reveals mixed elephant impact on Kruger trees
Researchers found that elephant pressure is greatest along river zones in Kruger National Park, where it can prevent...
ConCourt Dismisses Hunters’ Challenge To Animal Well-Being Law
The Constitutional Court has dismissed a challenge by the South African Hunters and Game Conservation Association...
The crucial word missing from SA’s wildlife debate
South Africa’s bitter arguments over hunting, trade, captive breeding and the wildlife economy tend to revolve around...
Reports
Discover the latest news on endangered species conservation on our webpage. At Conservation Action Trust, we’re dedicated to promoting the protection and preservation of threatened flora and fauna. These detailed reports cover important conservation issues, highlighting the urgent need for action to safeguard the survival of vulnerable species. Stay informed and join us in our efforts to protect our natural heritage.
Study: Long-term vegetation changes in elephant-related areas of concern in Kruger National Park, South Africa
This study investigated the impact of African elephants on woody vegetation in Kruger National Park, South Africa,...
Unanimous Constitutional Court Victory for Wildlife Well-being
The EMS Foundation celebrates the unanimous Constitutional Court decision rejecting the South African Hunters and Game...
Report: Myths of Trophy Hunting Debunked
Every year, tens of thousands of wild animals around the world are killed by trophy hunters, primarily to obtain body...