Our 2024 Annual Newsletter captures a year of field-level impact. Inside, you’ll find dozens of never-before-seen photographs, in-depth updates on each of our field initiatives, and inspiring stories from the frontlines of conservation — all made possible thanks to the generous support of donors like you.
An excerpt from the forward by Angela Sheldrick, CEO of Sheldrick Wildlife Trust:
2024 was a good year. After several long and difficult drought years, nature was kind to us. Rains fell generously, bringing much relief to wildlife and the communities who live alongside them. The emerald green that had eluded Tsavo for so long returned in vibrant force. Acacia and Ipomoea went into full bloom, birds sang and swooped, elephants were busy creating new life. The natural world knows that periods of bounty are finite and must never be taken for granted.
Besides the visual spectacle, the usual barometers also confirmed it was a good year: Orphan rescues were down, as were wildlife deaths and widespread poaching activity. These are signs of favourable times, to be sure, but also the direct result of sweat equity put in by our teams.
Find Angela's full letter on pages 4-5 of the 2024 Annual Newsletter, above.
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