(Posted 12th June 2026)
Courtesy of African Elephant News
| Bulawayo 24 (Zimbabwe), June 11, 2026 |
| Zimbabwe’s elephant population has grown to more than 85,000 animals, almost double the country’s estimated ecological carrying capacity, raising concerns among conservationists about the long-term impact on ecosystems already under pressure from climate change, habitat degradation and increasing competition for natural resources. The figures were revealed by Never Muboko, Director of Scientific Services at the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority, during the launch of a new conservation strategy and responsible mining initiative. |
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