From Zimbabwe to the Congo, thanks to our supporters’ help, July was a good month for wildlife – and a terrible one for poachers.

Dear Luc,

Every month, we work non-stop to help protect the planet’s wildlife, and every life we save is thanks to the kindness and compassion of our donors.

Here is how our supporters helped us make a difference in July.

Zimbabwe – Victoria Falls

Helping to install AI-powered camera traps to stop poachers before they kill

Credit: VFAPU

There has been an alarming rise in poaching in Zimbabwe, and criminals seem to be targeting lions in particular. This iconic species is hunted for its paws, teeth and bones, which are used in fake “medicinal cures” and as status symbols, primarily in Asia.

Our partner, the Victoria Falls Anti-Poaching Unit (VFAPU), uses advanced AI-powered camera traps to help detect, intercept and apprehend poachers. But with thousands of acres to patrol, at least 10 more cameras are sorely needed to effectively protect the animals.

We reached out to our supporters, and through their generosity, we are able to fund five additional cameras, halfway to our goal. We will keep you updated on the installation of the first five AI devices.

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Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

Protecting critically endangered gorillas from poaching attacks

Credit: Nelio Pereira and Virunga National Park

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has endured decades of conflict, and earlier this year, war erupted again, displacing millions and leaving thousands dead. Amid this chaos, critically endangered gorillas are at a serious risk of being poached for their meat by starving people.

As the nation’s infrastructure collapses, the rangers who risk their lives to protect these endangered and critically endangered gorillas need to be able to coordinate anti-poaching efforts, ensuring that they can respond quickly to threats and intercept hunters and poachers.

We asked our supporters for help in raising funds for satellite communication devices, and thanks to the kind support of our donors, we are able to contribute towards this essential equipment.

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North West Province – South Africa

Caring for K9 units defending our country’s precious rhinos

Credit: Cat Reed Photography

Luc, did you know that a staggering 95% of all rhinos have been wiped out by humans? Their horns have long been in high demand across Asia as a status symbol, and for its unfounded “medicinal” qualities. With just 27,000 left in the wild, the anti-poaching teams that are guarding these magnificent animals need all the help they can get.

In July, we asked our supporters to help us fund the shelter, nutrition and care of our partner’s highly trained rhino protection K9 unit. These teams are extremely effective in sniffing out contraband and keeping rhinos safe. We have sent some funds to help with their care, but unfortunately we did not reach our fundraising goal, and we hope to support this vital team in the future.

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Saving animals and the planet,