South Africa breeds lions and tigers for traditional medicine
We can’t turn a blind eye to the damage South Africa’s legal lion bone trade inflicts on the conservation efforts of the last remaining tigers in the wild.
Read moreDr Louise de Waal
Emaciated Captive Bred Lions found again at Slippers Facilities
The NSPCA is in the process of laying animal cruelty charges against Mr Walter Slippers, finding once again emaciated lions and general deplorable conditions.
Read moreOpen letter to President Ramaphosa in support of SATSA Captive Wildlife Interaction Guidelines
The Lion Coalition sent a letter to President Ramaphosa in support of SATSA guidelines and tool in response to an open letter by “Captive Wildlife” group.
Read moreSATSA releases a solid set of home-grown captive wildlife interaction guidelines
The first locally born guidelines on captive wildlife interactions, specifically developed in the context of Southern Africa’s landscape, were launched yesterday by SATSA. A robust set of guidelines and a bold move to shun away from the most exploitative tourism activities.
Read moreReclassification of 33 wild mammal species under the Animal Improvement Act
Media statement on the reclassification of 33 wild mammal species under the Animal Improvement Act by the Lion Coalition.
Read moreA heartbreaking lion story with a happy ending
This is the story of Karlos and Ivana, two lion cubs that were rescued by the NSPCA from deplorable conditions at a lion breeding farm in South Africa. A story of sadness and a story of hope. A story of cruelty and a story of dedication.
Read moreWill justice be served for 35 lions killed for their bones?
A shipment of 342 kg of lion bones, the equivalent of 30-35 lions, was seized during a sting operation at OR Tambo airport on the 2nd October 2019. Amos Mututwa (34), a Zimbabwean citizen, was arrested and was granted R3,000 bail at Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court On Monday this week.
Read moreDoes Conservation Education Justify The Death Of Letaba?
A captive bred lion used as an exhibit in a cultural event in Uganda was killed on the return journey in a road incident. We ask the question, if the educational value of such outreach programmes justify the death of Letaba?
Read moreAn Open Letter to Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve
The Lion Coalition has sent a letter of support to the Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve applauding them for their bold move to stop offering cub petting. The Coalition has also offered their expertise and support to further their improvements.
Read moreElephants Taken out of the Room
No new elephants should be placed in captivity and elephants currently in captivity should be rewilded, was the overwhelming conclusion of the Captive Elephant Indaba held in Hermanus last Friday.
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Green Girls in Africa 