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Orphaned Elephants Earn their Keep
Many moons ago I went on an elephant-back excursion at Victoria Falls. My wife and I loved the experience and were very aware of the amazing relationship between the elephants and their handlers. But...
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Hyena Men
This series of disturbing and yet fascinating images forms part of the work of acclaimed photographer Pieter Hugo. Hugo visited Nigeria to better understand this strange relationship between man and...
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IFAW Ivory Trade – A free interactive magazine
This is probably the most fun you can have while learning. For the first time here is a fantastic summary of what’s really happening to/with elephants – and it’s written in common-speak so even I can...
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It’s all about the Long Run
I’m skeptical about big business and the lightly veneered “sustainability” PR spin that we so often see. And then there are the CEOs of cash-flush companies that defend a complete lack of investment...
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Race for the Rhino
Written by: Simon Espley (Proud member of the Race for the Rhino 2013 team) We all know that South Africa is losing 3 rhino a day to poaching. There seems to be no end to the demand for horn in… Read...
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Why is Branson promoting this man?
As a young scientist Allan Savory provided advice to the Zimbabwean government that directly resulted in the slaughter of 40,000 elephants. See more about that here. Apparently Savory has learnt by...
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How CHANGE is affecting the travel industry
Change is sweeping through the travel industry as the online.social.mobile revolution gives travellers greater control over their holiday planning and provides the travel industry with effective tools...
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What makes a good hotel web site?
I was recently emailed the question “what makes a good hotel web site?” Here then is my list of what I look out for in a web site, plus two excellent examples. Fast loading, uncluttered, easy...
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8 essential elements of your online travel marketing strategy
Its so tough to keep up with the rising flood of new digital tools, devices, buzzwords and strategies. A bit like that lioness charging into a herd of dashing zebras – all stripes, dust and chaos. In...
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That perfect blog post for travel marketing
It’s been said before, but a well-crafted blog post is “the gift that keeps on giving” – it enjoys an extended online life and delivers an endless stream of readers. Perhaps great online content is...
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Book review: My Lion’s Heart by Gareth Patterson
Gareth Patterson's book, My Lion's Heart, is the incredible story of one man’s determination to give a small group of young orphaned lions a fresh start in life. Read more › The post Book review: My...
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Rehabilitated Cape parrot thriving
A wild-born female Cape parrot rehabilitated from a deadly viral infection and released back into the wild in 2011 has been seen on several occasions, apparently healthy and living the life. Read more...
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How do you like your rhino, canned or wild?
Are South African conservation authorities intent on shipping some of our wild rhinos to live out their lives “safely” on hunting and horn cropping farms?Read more ›The post How do you like your rhino,...
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Fly SA Express at your peril
Open letter to SA Express CEO, Inati Ntshanga.Read more ›The post Fly SA Express at your peril appeared first on Africa Geographic.
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What defines a luxury safari?
From bush breakfasts to nights spent under the African stars. Find out what makes a luxury African safari...Read more ›The post What defines a luxury safari? appeared first on Africa Geographic.
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RIP Cecil the Lion King
An ode to Cecil, the legendary lion of Zimbabwe that recently died at the hands of hunters.Read more ›The post RIP Cecil the Lion King appeared first on Africa Geographic.
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Lions, trophy hunting and the US government – the 27 facts you need to know
27 things you need to know about lion trophy imports in the US, and the impact hunting is having on lions in Africa. Read more › The post Lions, trophy hunting and the US government – the 27 facts you...
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Rhino poaching kingpin leaves a trail of crime in USA
Rhino poaching kingpin, Arno Smit’s life of crime and corruption doesn't just stop at the slaughter and mutilation of rhinos. Read more › The post Rhino poaching kingpin leaves a trail of crime in USA...
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Every lion matters – The launch of Captured in Africa Foundation
As lion population numbers fall, The Captured in Africa Foundation has launched in order to aid in conservation and help lions in danger. Read more › The post Every lion matters – The launch of...
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The real rhino story, no holds barred, and YOUR chance to make a real difference
The CEO of Africa Geographic implores people to help ensure a controversial new documentary about rhinos is completed without censorship. Read more › The post The real rhino story, no holds barred, and...
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