Human-wildlife conflict is rarely simple. In northern KwaZulu-Natal, it threatened the survival of a vulnerable elephant herd until collaboration opened the door to a lasting solution. KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa…
Israel was a gentle soul who cared so fiercely and loyally for the elephants at HERD. Hoedspruit, South Africa (19 September 2025) – The HERD family is heartbroken after…
Jabulani the elephant’s story kickstarted the HERD elephant orphanage and all the happy endings for ellies that followed. Rescued at around four months old decades ago, today he is a…
Elephant girl Khanyisa has finally graduated from milk bottles, taking her last sip, which is also synonymous with a step forward into a new era of elephanthood. Hoedspruit, South…
HERD has released a gorgeous children’s book that tells the special and true story of Khanyisa, the little pink elephant who inspired the world, and it’s a must-read for anyone…
A boogie by the sea during sunrise. Yoga to kickstart the day. And, headphones all to yourself through it all. Not only will an upcoming sunrise session in Camps Bay…
Khanyisa, the adorable albino elephant, will soon celebrate her 5th birthday; a monumental milestone for the ellie orphan and all those who have followed her journey! In true princess fashion,…
Charley the elephant has finally made it to his ‘retirement home’ where he’ll spend his golden years after a lifetime of waiting for freedom: Limpopo, South Africa (20 August…
World Elephant Day is trotting toward us, and HERD are inviting all of us to pave a path of hope with Trails for Trunks. Especially after the loss of Phabeni,…
Beloved elephant Khanyisa is set to star in a documentary about her life’s story—one that many South Africans have shed both tears of pain and joy over. This is “Diary…
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