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project: rhino

project: rhinoproject: rhinoproject: rhino

    

Rhino Conservation should not be just a Conversation.

Don’t let the Rhinos become extinct.

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GAT Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Donations are tax deductible.

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MISSION

Protecting Africa's remaining Black and White rhino populations by deploying proactive, field-based anti-poaching measures, integrating advanced technologies, engaging local communities, and empowering rangers and K9 Units to ensure these species flourish in their natural habitats. The strategy emphasizes long-term sustainability through strategic partnerships.

VISION

A vision of rhinos and local communities living together harmoniously in a thriving, sustainable environment, free from the threat of poaching and extinction.

OBJECTIVE

To safeguard endangered rhino populations from extinction by allocating resources to specialized ranger teams, dismantling unlawful rhino horn trade operations, and ensuring the establishment of secure, sustainable habitats that enable population recovery.

WHAT WE DO

   

Anti-Poaching Initiatives:
Allocating resources for ranger patrols, developing and training K-9 and Equestrian units, and supplying essential equipment to safeguard rhinos from unlawful hunting driven by demand for their horns.


Habitat Protection:
Restoration of ecosystems, establishment of protected areas to facilitate natural migration, implementation of re-wilding initiatives, and development of breeding programs.


Scientific Exploration:

Employing DNA profiling to identify horn provenance, monitoring health status, and conducting research to enhance understanding of behavioral patterns.


Community Involvement:
Engaging with local communities helps decrease dependence on illegal wildlife trade and promotes peaceful coexistence through educational initiatives. 

Our KEY FOCUS AREA

Hluhluwe-Imfolozi, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa

ALL ABOUT HLUHLUWE-iMFOLOZI

WE PROVIDE SUPPORT TO:

Wildlife Rangers

Anti-Poaching K9 Units

Anti-Poaching K9 Units

Support for their equipment is streaming in.

Thank You.

Anti-Poaching K9 Units

Anti-Poaching K9 Units

Anti-Poaching K9 Units

The Anti-Poaching K9 Unit.


De-Horning Programs

Anti-Poaching K9 Units

De-Horning Programs

De-Horning.

Mounted Anti-Poaching Units

Mounted Anti-Poaching Units

Mounted Anti-Poaching Units

Ranger on Horse Back

ZAP-Wing Aerial Support

Mounted Anti-Poaching Units

Mounted Anti-Poaching Units

Zululand Anti-Poaching Wing

Rhino Orphans

Mounted Anti-Poaching Units

Rhino Orphans

The mother killed by poachers

THREATS

Poaching for Rhino Horn

Poaching for Rhino Horn

Poaching for Rhino Horn

Gunned down with automatic rifles

Habitat Loss

Poaching for Rhino Horn

Poaching for Rhino Horn

Restauration of grass lands

IMPACT

  

In 2025, South Africa reported 352 rhino deaths due to poaching, representing a 16% decline from the 420 cases recorded in 2024. Despite this reduction, the poaching rate remains unsustainable, averaging approximately one rhino killed per day. 

Notably, poaching activity increased in Kruger National Park, rising to 175 cases from 88 in the previous year, whereas HluHluwe-iMfolozi, KwaZulu-Natal experienced a significant decrease of over 50% attributed to enhanced security measures.

SUCCESS STORY

 In KwaZulu-Natal (Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park) poaching decreased significantly from 198 (2024) to 63 (2025).   

Although there has been a general decline, organized criminal syndicates are evolving by redirecting their activities from KwaZulu-Natal to regions such as Kruger National Park.


OUR CORE VALUES

   

GROWTH - Continually Learn, Unlearn, and Relearn.

REALITY – Recognize that Everything Worthwhile is Uphill.

HUMILITY - We Recognize that we Need Others.

EFFORT – We go Outside our Comfort Zone.

TRUSTWORTHINESS – We will get the Job Done.

GENEROSITY – Give First, Give Continually.

COMPETENCE – The Ability to Lead Well.

COURAGE - Move Forward Courageously in the Midst of Uncertainty.

CONSISTENCY – Trying to do Well all the Time, not just Sometimes.

CHARACTER – Being Bigger on the Inside than the Outside.

INTEGRITY – The Alignment of our Values and Actions.

LOVE – We Care.   

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