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A year ago, we experienced one of the heaviest losses in our HERD family. Little Phabeni, a brave and beloved rescue elephant calf, passed away after a long and delicate battle with his health. He was just shy of his first birthday. For seven months, we fought beside him through every up and down, celebrating … Continued
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A Letter from Adine Roode. Sunshine arrived in January 2020.5 years ago.The year of COVID-19. No one could have predicted that we would spend months confined, wearing masks, adjusting to a surreal way of life and getting vaccinated. For many, it felt like imprisonment. Some had a partner in that isolation, others were alone—but one … Continued
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15 years have passed since Kumbura’s rescue. Let’s take a look back at her journey. Kumbura is another example of the power of hope and perseverance, a reminder that we can get through the hard times by giving life all we have and supporting one another. Teamwork, love and compassion got her to where she … Continued
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Celebrating Earth Day Happy Earth Day! Today we celebrate our beautiful earth and remember our responsibility to protect and preserve it for future generations. Share the good vibes with HERD Trust this Earth Day and make your very own little elephant bookmark. For more information about our Solar Project, visit: herd.org.za/solar-campaign Instructions 1. Print out … Continued
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Today, we celebrate a special milestone in the life of our beloved Klaserie – her 17th birthday! We’re not just celebrating an age; we’re revelling in the affection, love, and endless trunk hugs that define Klaserie. Early Adventures and Fun Facts Klaserie was born on 23 February 2007, becoming the second calf born to the … Continued
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At the heart of it all are our amazing elephants, and the bonds they form with our team are nothing short of extraordinary. These photos are more than just snapshots – they’re windows into the daily life of our sanctuary, revealing the love that surrounds every interaction. From a carer’s reassuring touch to Khanyisa’s mischievous … Continued
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We still see Pisa as one of the little ones in the herd, even though she has entered adolescence. She certainly stands tall beside her younger family members, integrated orphans Timisa and Khanyisa, but the other elephants (whom she loves to think she is the leader of) have many years on her and show it … Continued
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We have realised what is missing in our emergency kit and that’s new radios and strong spotlights for moments like this. We are appealing to you to help us raise funds just for this need. You can sponsor radios and spotlights by donating to these items on our wishlist here: ? SPOTLIGHTS > ? RADIOS … Continued
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This August, we have celebrated not only World Elephant Day, Women’s Month, Limpopo and Kumbura, but also Mr Mischief himself, Mambo as he turns 14 on 29 August 2023. Mambo is an exciting mix of mayhem, enthusiasm and sweetness. One minute he’s abandoning Khanyisa in her moment of need and the next, he’s happily foraging … Continued
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Catch up with the elephants’ adventures below. Happiness at the waterhole with all the elephants in the herd There are mud lovers and water lovers today and among the former is certainly Limpopo, among the water babies on this afternoon is Sebakwe, Fishan and again, Limpopo! Nothing keeps the matriarch’s daughter from the dam’s joys … Continued
