The Wildlife Emergency Fund (WEF) team is often called to be part of specialist capture teams in complex operations across Africa. Recently, some WEF members were requested to join an experienced capture team at Addo Elephant National Park, where 42 elephants were translocated to a new section of the park.

The elephants were captured in the Main Camp section and subsequently transported to the newly fenced Kabouga Section. This was part of Addo’s range expansion strategy for the park’s elephant and black rhino populations.

The operation was funded by the Global Humane Conservation Fund of Africa and was implemented in partnership with SANParks. WEF provided technical input during the project’s planning phase and offered technical expertise throughout the capture process, particularly in the recovery and loading of the elephants.

The operation was a significant success, and the elephants were fitted with satellite collars that allow them to be monitored on an ongoing basis to ensure their safety and well-being.