WESSA Annual Report 2023-2024

gered Wildlife Trust , WESSA has made it a priority to tackle the high number of pangolin deaths caused by electric fences in South Africa. This is likely the most significant threat to pangolins in the country. Both organisations are dedicated to an agenda that aims to bring about legislative changes to reduce the

This year, WESSA has laid the foundation for the programme by launching the Pangolin Fund and the Pangolin Partner initiative , while also initiating key dialogues with stakeholders in the pangolin conservation sector. Working together with the Endan

number of unintended animal deaths on electric fences. Rehabilitation and release efforts will be carried out in partnership with the Kalahari Wildlife Project , while broader awareness and education initiatives will involve close collaboration with Pangolin. Africa .

Mature female Temminck’s pangolin moments before her soft-release as the final phase of rehabilitation

Mike Denison

The Pangolin Programme offers WESSA an exciting opportunity to engage members, the conservation community and both public and private sectors to amplify conservation efforts for this iconic species.

Temminck’s pangolins are listed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List of Species and may not be traded

Helena Atkinson

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WESSA ANNUAL REPORT 2023 – 2024

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