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Mountain Lion Hunting Ban Fails in Colorado
A proposed ban on mountain lion hunting in Colorado did not pass, sparking continued discussion on wildlife management practices. Supporters argued the ban was necessary for ethical and ecological reasons, while opponents stressed the importance of regulated hunting for population control and rural livelihoods. The decision highlights the complexities of...
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Four Out of Six Great Apes One Step Away from Extinction, Says IUCN Red List
The IUCN Red List reports that four out of six great ape species—orangutans, gorillas, bonobos, and chimpanzees—are critically endangered. Key threats include habitat destruction, hunting, and disease outbreaks. Conservation efforts are urgently needed to protect these species from extinction.
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Freshwater Fish: A Crucial Indicator of Climate Change
The IUCN's recent report reveals that more than 40% of freshwater fish species are threatened with extinction, largely due to climate change effects like habitat degradation and rising temperatures. This alarming trend underscores the necessity for immediate conservation actions to protect these crucial species and their ecosystems.
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Care for Wild
SORAI donates substantial funds to the biggest orphan rhino sanctuary in the world, Care For Wild. From essential nutrition and medication needed by the rhinos to specialist staffing and rehabilitation programs, this support is vital to the sustained wellbeing of the species in its entirety.

Save this Rhino
Kevin Pietersen teamed up with international partners to make two multiple award-winning documentaries that reveal the rhino’s rapid and devastating path to extinction and the hard work of conservationists to try and save these gentle giants. Aired by Nat Geo Wild and watched by millions around the world.

Beast of Man
A 10-part documentary podcast produced by BBC Radio 5 Live and distributed to millions via global channels winning 5 stars reviews and excellent critical acclaim. A project by Kevin Pietersen to shine a light on the war on poaching and confirm his deep commitment to saving the rhino.

Jemu Projection
In collaboration with Jock Environmental Monitoring Unit (JEMU), SORAI funded the installation of surveillance cameras across 6000 ha of Kruger Park in order to monitor wildlife movement and detect suspicious activity thereby reducing the number of rhinos being poached in the wild.

Kruger National Park – Air Services
In collaboration with The Legacy Experience Foundation, SORAI has invested in the real heroes of the bush, the men, and women of the SANParks Air Services, Kruger National Park (KNP), SA.
This incredible team carries out essential work monitoring the vast open space of KNP, and enables critical conservation projects, that ensure the survival of as many endangered white Rhino and other wildlife as possible.

SORAI FUNDS NEW TECHNOLOGY FOR CARE FOR WILD RHINOS
One of SORAI’s major conservation partners is Care for Wild, the largest rhino sanctuary in the world, where the extraordinary teams work tirelessly to rescue, rehabilitate, rewild, and protect orphaned and injured rhinos.
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NEW SECURITY TECHNOLOGY - Part 2
After the first phase of the CFW security upgrade project – the delivery of the thermal optics equipment and the installation of the new network tower at the Care For Wild reserve, last week saw the third element of the surveillance upgrade being implemented.
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