Annual Reports

Annual Report March 2022 – February 2023

In order to sustainably protect wild species, it is essential to create opportunities and motivation for the disadvantaged communities that live on the fringes of these protected areas. The Foundation is thus committed to engaging with practical interventions that decrease human-wildlife conflict and create opportunities for local communities to benefit from the protection of wildlife in meaningful ways.

The Foundation applauds the progress made to date in bringing an end to the breeding and hunting of lions in captivity. We stand ready to contribute meaningfully to this process as South Africa grapples with the challenges of seeing this through. The Foundation prioritises an ability to adapt and evolve according to the needs of the time and thus seeks to support partners and projects that show evident impact.

By fostering a culture of creative collaboration with like-minded individuals and organisations, the Foundation seeks to enter a new age of conservation that makes use of science and research, cross- sector collaborations, civilian actors, the youth, the power of multi-platform media and the internet to bring about change.

Annual Report March 2020 – February 2021

The irony of 2020 being labeled a “super year” for biodiversity is stark, as humanity’s destruction of nature retaliated through a novel virus. Regardless of its origins, Covid-19 reminded us of our vulnerability to nature’s whims. This virus felt like a dress rehearsal for future pandemics if we ignore nature’s warnings. Our response revealed both our deep divisions and our immense potential when united.

The pandemic pause showed the planet’s resilience and capacity for quick recovery. However, it also exposed our ideological rifts, often expressed without empathy. The question remains if we can unite to reverse the damage we’ve caused. Encouragingly, glimpses of human potential emerged during our Foundation’s work over the past two years.
Our #dowhatyoucan campaign launched in March 2020 to address the food crisis in South Africa. We were blown away and very proud of our donors – who quickly shifted from supporting lions to aiding people impacted by tourism closures. Within weeks, we raised enough funds to provide over a million meals to children who relied on school for their only food.

Annual Report March 2018 – February 2020