Zimbabwe launches wildlife translocation programme to restore biodiversity at national park

 

(Posted 09th July 2025)

 

Courtesy of African Elephant News

 

 

ZimParks Warns Of Acacia Tree Wipeout In Hwange National Park
Marlven Chinembiri, Pindula (Zimbabwe), July 7, 2025
Fears are mounting that the iconic acacia tree may soon face extinction in Hwange National Park, as the remaining trees have been severely depleted by elephants. An ecological crisis is looming, with acacia trees serving as a critical food source for the park’s elephant population.
Read more (2 min) (Bulawayo24)

Zimbabwe launches wildlife translocation programme to restore biodiversity at national park
Mary Taruvinga, New Zimbabawe (Zimbabwe), July 6, 2025
ZIMBABWE Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) has announced the implementation of a comprehensive wildlife transformation programme. The exercise is aimed at improving the biodiversity in one of its major game reserves, the Matusadonha National Park (MNP). ZimParks spokesperson Tinashe Farawo said the multi-year initiative will be rolled out in partnership with the African Parks Network and The Matusadona Conservation Trust.
Read more (1 min) (ATTA)
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