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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.
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Thanda Tau is a new roadside lion cub petting facility on the N3 between Gauteng and Durban. With a continuous flow of new lion cubs arriving, the question needs to be asked: Where to your cubs go?
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I am often asked what is the harm in petting a lion cub or walking with a lion, as this doesn’t seem to harm the animal. Please read on if you want to understand why we say these cute cubs are bred for the bullet.
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Find your inner #HOWL and join us to #HOWL for our wildlife. Make a short video explaining what you #HOWL for with a massive roar or howl at the end. Share with our #HOWL and #HandsOffOurWildlife hashtags on social media.
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Sisa Ntshona says: “I would like to reiterate South African Tourism’s position on cub petting. We are fully cognisant of the global anti-petting lobby and back it unreservedly.”
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Sisa Ntshona, CEO of SA Tourism, recently took a bold stance against unethical wildlife attractions. Since, lion cub petting has been promoted at OR Tambo Airport and a range of undesirable wildlife activities are still promoted through SA Tourism web portal.
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The controversial practice of elephant riding is widely available in South Africa. There is a belief that training of African elephants does not involve the same kind of cruel practices as those inflicted on its Asian cousin.
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Many people understand the negative implications of certain animal interactions and are willing to say NO. Others are confused about what animal encounters are acceptable and which are not. Here is the message: #HandsOffOurWildlife
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A few years ago I was so fortunate to have a truly close-up elephant experience in Botswana, which made me realise that animal interactions can create responsible and positive connections.
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Green Girls in Africa 