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By Aimable Twahirwa For many years, East African countries were considered wildlife trafficking hotspots. Now conservation organisations have started to mobilise all stakeholders to combat the illegal trade that targets animals – some to the edge of extinction. “A slight progress has been made in combatting the illicit trade of wildlife and their products, but Governments […]
...By Guy Dinmore A recent seizure at Johannesburg’s international airport of a large consignment of rhino horns confirmed worst fears – illegal trafficking of wildlife and the plundering of treasured species is back with a vengeance after a Covid-19 lockdown lull. Destined for Kuala Lumpur, the 32 pieces of rhino horns weighing a total of 160kg […]
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