16 Jul
South Africa has lost 195 rhinos to poaching in the first half of 2025 alone. That’s nearly one rhino killed every day, and while that number reflects a slight decline from last year’s figures, the message is unmistakable: the threat remains urgent, organized, and relentless.
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From the rugged bushveld of South Africa to the dense rainforests of Indonesia, Global Conservation Force continued to make powerful strides in wildlife conservation throughout May and June 2025. With hands-on ranger support, advanced wildlife monitoring, K9 deployment, legal action against poachers, and global education, the past two months reflect our deep and growing impact on the frontlines of conservation.
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Are you ready to take a stand for rhinos and rangers? Join the 2025 Rhino Conservation Challenge — a thrilling, meaningful way to raise awareness and funds for rhino conservation, with a once-in-a-lifetime reward awaiting the top fundraiser! This year’s challenge is your chance to directly support frontline rhino protection efforts AND win an unforgettable 7-day ecotour safari adventure for two in South Africa!*
READ MORE7 Jun
We’re excited to share a powerful update on the real-world impact of the Saving Baby Rhinos fundraiser, held on April 24th, 2025. Thanks to the unwavering support of our donors, attendees, and sponsors, we raised a total of $17,885.17 to support the life-saving work of our partners at Zululand Conservation Trust (ZCT) and Zululand Rhino Orphanage (ZRO). This funding is already being used on the ground — and the progress is inspiring.
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When it comes to rhino conservation, there are no easy answers—no “silver bullet” that can single-handedly end the poaching crisis. Each strategy deployed is part of a broader, multi-layered defense aimed at protecting one of our planet’s most iconic and imperiled species. One of the most controversial, but effective tools in the conservation toolbox is rhino horn trimming, aka de-horning.
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Global Conservation Force is proud to have partnered with Ikhala Veterinary Clinic to deliver a full day of hands-on K9 First Aid training to 27 anti-poaching K9 handlers from across the Eastern Cape, South Africa.
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Every day is Endangered Species Day at Global Conservation Force—but on this globally recognized day, we take the opportunity to reflect, celebrate, and reaffirm our unwavering commitment to the wildlife and wild places that need our help the most. Conservation is not an overnight win; it’s a long-term, strategic, and collaborative mission. That’s why we build our efforts around lasting impact—and few examples illustrate that better than our work to protect rhinos.
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An afternoon of fine wine, gourmet dining, and impactful conservation storytelling, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Wilson Creek Winery. This years theme; Old West!
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In a sobering update from South Africa’s Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Minister Dr. Dion George announced that 103 rhinos were poached between January and March 2025. This grim statistic averages to more than one rhino killed every day, highlighting the continued and unrelenting pressure on South Africa’s remaining rhino populations.
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Thanks to your incredible support, April and May have brought major wins for rhino conservation and community-based efforts across South Africa! From raising a glass at Brews for Baby Rhinos in San Diego to tuning in from around the world for our Live Conservation Chat with Karen Odendaal, Anthony Porter, and Mike Veale, our GCF community has shown up in full force to support our trusted partners at Zululand Conservation Trust and the Zululand Rhino Orphanage.
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