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Endangered Wildlife Trust
Environmental Services
#ProtectingForeverTogether 🐾Saving Species 🌿Conserving Habitats 🤝Benefitting People 🌍Southern & East Africa
About us
Vision A healthy planet and an equitable world that values and sustains diversity of all life. Mission The Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) is dedicated to conserving threatened species and ecosystems in southern Africa to the benefit of all people. Who we are The EWT is a leading, high-profile player in the arena of conservation. We identify the key factors threatening biodiversity and develop innovative methodologies and best practice guidelines to reduce these and promote harmonious co-existence and sustainable living for both people and wildlife. We achieve our goals through specialist programmes, and our skilled field staff are deployed regionally and throughout southern Africa. What we do Biodiversity conservation has moved from the fringes of social priorities into the centre of political discourse and socio-economic concern. People around the world can no longer ignore the fact that the environment in which we live underpins every single human need, demonstrated every day by both the losses of thousands of lives due to environmental disasters or the lack of access to quality natural resources, as well as by the dependence of millions of lives on their natural surroundings for their sustainability. As one of South Africa’s leading biodiversity conservation organisations, the EWT is striving to facilitate the protection and sustainable use of key ecosystems. The EWT has a cohesive and integrated approach to the conservation of species, habitats and ecosystem processes and we therefore focus much of our work on protecting both threatened species and habitats. Successful conservation thus means protecting the habitats that support species – and human beings – and in this way entire ecosystems, communities and socio-economic structures reap the benefits.
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https://linktr.ee/endangeredwildlifetrust
External link for Endangered Wildlife Trust
- Industry
- Environmental Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1973
- Specialties
- Conservation of species, habitats and ecosystem processes
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Johannesburg, ZA
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Updates
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2024 Drylands Conservation Highlights 🌍🐾 This year, we protected 17,000+ hectares for Riverine Rabbit conservation, explored succulent safe spaces, and trained scent detection dogs to combat illegal harvesting and research on Endangered tortoise species. Thank you, with your support we are #ProtectingForeverTogether #HabitatConservation #WildlifeProtection #EWT2024
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Building #TheNextFifty: EWT's Vision for 2025 and Beyond The Endangered Wildlife Trust is future-ready. As we celebrate 50 years of conservation success, we're stepping boldly into a new chapter: 🐾 Saving Species: From the tiniest butterfly to Africa’s apex predators, our work will leave no species behind. 🌿 Conserving Habitats: Scaling up efforts to safeguard vital landscapes across Africa. 🤝 Benefiting People: Empowering communities to thrive alongside nature through sustainable livelihoods. ⚖️ Equity at the Core: Ensuring justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in every step. 🌱 Climate Resilience: Adapting ecosystems for a warming world and creating wildlife economies. We’re ambitious because the future of biodiversity—and humanity—depends on it. Together, we can halt biodiversity loss and create a thriving planet. #ProtectingForeverTogether #LookingTo2025 #Conservation #SavingWildlife
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This year, we’ve made measurable strides in protecting Endangered species and ecosystems. Some of our highlights: 🐾 Wildlife Wins: 5 African Wild Dog packs reintroduced and 80 poisoned vultures rescued. 🚨 Anti-Poaching Impact: 36 poachers’ camps uncovered, 5,100 snares removed, and rapid poison response through Eye in the Sky. 🌍 Expanding Protected Areas: 19,000 hectares safeguarded, creating climate-resilient wildlife corridors. 🤝 Community Engagement: Over 20,000 individuals empowered with knowledge, sustainable livelihoods, and conservation tools. 📚 Science & Innovation: 23 groundbreaking studies published, advancing tools like GPS tracking for vultures. Together, we’re driving impactful change for biodiversity and communities. The journey continues—help us shape a thriving natural world. #SavingSpecies #EWTAtWork #2024Highlights #WrapUp #ProtectingForeverTogether
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Looking back at 2024, hope soars. 🦅 Despite challenges, the Birds of Prey Programme has expanded Vulture Safe Zones, empowered communities with knowledge, and removed harmful poisons. Together, we’ve made the Karoo and Eastern Cape safer for vultures and all birds of prey. This is the impact your support creates—thank you. #EndangeredWildlifeTrust #EveryBirdCounts #ProtectingForeverTogether
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Meet Ronelle Visagie, Field Officer for EWT's Birds of Prey and Wildlife & Energy Programmes. From vulture monitoring in Kalahari sands to raptor tracking across the Karoo, Ronelle's dedication has taken her over half a million kilometers in the name of wildlife conservation. Thanks to her trusted Ford Motor Company Ranger, fieldwork has become more efficient, conquering terrains that once slowed her down. Each kilometer tells a story of protecting South Africa’s wildlife, one drive at a time. Here’s to the road ahead, and all the incredible conservation journeys still to come. 🐾 #ConservationInAction "#EWTFieldStories #ProtectingForeverTogether #FordWildlifeFoundation
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We’re incredibly grateful for the unwavering commitment of our dedicated team members: Tim Jackson, Lourens Leeuwner, Samantha Nicholson, Alison Janicke, and Andre Botha. Their long-standing service has had a significant impact on our conservation efforts. #LongService #EWTTeam #ProtectingForeverTogether
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This year, controlled fires returned to the Medike Reserve for the first time in 30 years, reviving grasslands and opening up habitats for wildlife. It's a long journey, but the benefits are already visible—fresh grass, healthier ecosystems, and a brighter future for the Soutpansberg bushveld. Thank you with your support we are #ProtectingForeverTogether #EndangeredWildlifeTrust #MedikeReserve #ConservationInAction
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This month, the Endangered Wildlife Trust’s Canine Unit is working with SAPS in the Western Cape, targeting wildlife trafficking and environmental crimes. Our team of handlers and detection dogs is trained to uncover illegal fauna and flora, with recent successes including detecting concealed plant material and narcotics during operations. These operations demonstrate the critical role of our Canine Unit, not just in supporting law enforcement but in protecting South Africa’s biodiversity. Each detection strengthens our collective effort to combat environmental crimes while safeguarding endangered species. #ConservationCanines #WorkingDogs #SavingSpecies #IllegalWildlifeTrade #ProtectingForeverTogether
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African Canines in Conservation Conference – Registrations Now Open! Join us as we explore the vital role of canines in the field of conservation within Africa. From protecting endangered species to preserving ecosystems. This unique conference brings together conservationists, researchers, and wildlife enthusiasts to share insights, exchange ideas, and celebrate the impact of these remarkable dog teams. 🗓️ Event Date: 18 - 19 March 2025 📍 Location: Midrand, Gauteng Don't miss your chance to be part of this important conversation. 👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/df3bMpCa #CaninesInConservation #Conference #ProtectingForeverTogether
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