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South Africa's Rhino Renaissance Campaign Fights Poaching Crisis

12/6/2025

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Story summary
  • The Rhino Renaissance Campaign, launched by South Africa, aims to curb rhino poaching and protect rhinos from extinction.
  • Hundreds of rhinos are killed annually for horns trafficked mainly to Asia for traditional medicine.
  • Initiated in mid-July as part of the G20 Heritage Projects, the campaign uses advanced surveillance, community engagement, and dehorning.