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4 days ago
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Businessman Dies ‘Horrifying' Death While on Safari in Africa
A 59-year-old man was killed while on a safari excursion in Namibia last Friday. The local media later identified him as Bernd Kebbel. Kebbel, a well-known businessman, was camping in the Sesfontein area with his wife and friends before he was tragically killed by a lioness. A Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism spokesperson said Kebbel stepped out of his tent to use the toilet when he was attacked by the animal. Members of Kebbel's camping group were able to chase the animal away, but he was already dead by then. The Ministry of Environment and Tourism announced that the lioness who killed Kebbel was put down because it posed an "ongoing threat to both community members and tourists." A full report from the authorities will be submitted "in due course." Kebbel, who once owned a company that sold accessories for safari vehicles, was an advocate for wildlife conservation. According to the Namibian, he was also known in desert lion researcher circles. This is the second time in the past six weeks that a deadly lion attack has taken place in Africa. In April, a 14-year-old girl was killed outside Kenya's capital Nairobi. "KWS rangers and response teams were swiftly mobilized and traced bloodstains leading to the Mbagathi River, where the girl's body was recovered with injuries on the lower back," the Kenya Wildlife Service said. "KWS conveys its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and continues to work closely with local law enforcement and communities to enhance the safety of people living near protected wildlife areas." Businessman Dies 'Horrifying' Death While on Safari in Africa first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 2, 2025
Associated Press
28-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Kenya Wildlife Service and the Zeitz Foundation Initiate Historic Rhino Translocation to Segera Conservancy
The initiative aims to create one of the largest rhino sanctuaries globally, protecting endangered species while delivering sustainable community benefits. SEGERA, KENYA, May 28, 2025 / / -- Kenya's Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano today presided over the launch of a groundbreaking rhino translocation exercise at the Segera Conservancy in Central Kenya. The project, a collaborative effort between the ZEITZ Foundation and the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), will see 21 critically endangered eastern black rhinos moved to the 50,000-acre conservancy, marking a significant milestone in Kenya's wildlife conservation efforts. More than a relocation effort, this is a visionary model for regeneration. It forms part of a broader plan to establish what will ultimately become one of the largest rhino sanctuaries in the world by connecting Segera to other conservation areas in the region. Kenya is home to about 80 percent of the world's remaining eastern black rhinos. As of 2024, Kenya had 1,977 rhinos, made up of 1,004 eastern black rhinos, 971 southern white rhinos, and two critically endangered northern white rhinos. Jochen Zeitz the founder of the ZEITZ Foundation and Segera says, 'We are so excited to be welcoming endangered Black Rhinos back to Segera. By giving these rhinos an expansive new home, we not only expect to see numbers increase significantly in coming years, but it also benefits communities while enhancing the biodiversity and landscapes of Central Kenya.' said Zeitz. Restoring the Land, Empowering the People Like all other projects by the ZEITZ Foundation, the translocation is expected to deliver tangible and sustainable benefits for land, wildlife, and rural communities. The establishment of Segera Rhino Sanctuary will serve as a linchpin in Kenya's Rhino Range Expansion plan, with Segera Conservancy being the central geographic connection between other rhino sanctuaries. As community involvement remains central to the project's success, areas around Segera will benefit through employment, capacity building and increased conservation economies. The project also offers unique learning experiences for schools and communities on wildlife conservation and related opportunities. Enhanced Security and Ecological Monitoring The translocation process is expected to take approximately 18-21 days, during which the rhinos will be kept under close observation by KWS specialists to help them adapt to their new home. Enhanced security measures will protect not only the rhinos but also the broader biodiversity of the area and local communities around the conservancy. Organizers have emphasized that existing land rights and boundaries will be respected and remain unaffected by the rhino translocation. Advanced ecological monitoring will also ensure sustainable habitat management and help mitigate Human Wildlife Conflict. A Living Legacy of the 4Cs Segera's role in this rewilding milestone reflects a long-term vision seeded by Jochen Zeitz, founder of the ZEITZ Foundation. In 2009, the Foundation developed The Long Run—a global community of nature-based businesses committed to achieving the highest levels of sustainability through a holistic balance of the 4Cs: Conservation, Community, Culture, and Commerce. Now an independent charity, The Long Run supports some of the world's most forward-thinking conservation and tourism initiatives, safeguarding over 21 million acres globally. As a founding Long Run Destination, Segera exemplifies this philosophy through efforts like wildlife conservation, women's empowerment, habitat restoration, and community development. In turn, this rhino relocation is more than a conservation success—but part of a larger story where tourism, nature, and local communities work in harmony to shape a sustainable future. A Tourism Model That Regenerates Aside from being a vital hub for the relocation project, Segera is also an award-winning eco-tourism destination where every guest stay directly supports the ecosystem and the communities who protect it. As a pioneer in regenerative tourism, Segera offers travelers a luxury safari experience grounded in purpose. Visitors are invited to take part in guided rewilding walks, learn about the 4C Philosophy, meet rangers and researchers, and explore how tourism revenue fuels long-term ecological and community resilience. Today, guests will also now have the rare opportunity to witness the return of critically endangered eastern black rhinos to their ancestral lands. ABOUT SEGERA Located in the heart of Laikipia, Kenya, Segera is a 50,000-acre wildlife conservancy and award-winning eco-tourism destination. As a hub for conservation, art, and culture, Segera blends luxury with purpose, offering guests transformative travel experiences that support wildlife protection, community empowerment, and the regeneration of East Africa's landscapes. ABOUT THE ZEITZ FOUNDATION Founded by Jochen Zeitz in 2008, the ZEITZ foundation promotes an innovative approach to sustainable ecosystem management which aims to achieve sustainability through a balance of Conservation, Community, Culture and Commerce (the 4Cs). Its vision is of an ecosphere – our planet and all of its life-sustaining regions – maintained in the healthiest possible state, with the major contribution to that health coming from people making sustainable choices. The ZEITZ foundation's mission is to create and support ecologically and socially responsible projects to achieve long-lasting impact and sustainability through the 4Cs, delivering tangible and sustainable benefits for land, wildlife and rural communities. Founded by the ZEITZ foundation in 2009, The Long Run is a membership organisation of nature-based tourism businesses that are committed to driving sustainability through the same holistic 4C philosophy. Now safeguarding over 21 million acres of nature in 22 different countries, touching the lives of 750,000 people and protecting over 30,000 plant and animal species, The Long Run has become the largest organisation of its kind worldwide. ABOUT THE KENYA WILDLIFE SERVICE The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is a state corporation mandated to conserve and manage Kenya's wildlife, and to enforce relevant Wildlife Conservation and Management Act (WCMA, 2013) laws for the Kenyan people and the world. There are a plethora of challenges facing wildlife and biodiversity conservation in Kenya, such as climate change, habitat degradation and loss, forest depletion, tourism market volatility, changing land use, human-wildlife conflict brought on by population growth, and wildlife crime. KWS manages about 8 per cent of the total landmass of the country, which comprises 23 National Parks, 28 National Reserves and 4 National Sanctuaries. Also, under KWS management are 4 Marine National Parks and 6 Marine Rachel Roth Imagine PR [email protected] Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
IOL News
21-05-2025
- IOL News
Ant smuggling bust in Kenya uncovers million-dollar global insect trade
Its not just big animals that are smuggled, tiny insects like ants are also targeted. WILDLIFE trafficking is no longer just a threat to Africa's elephants and rhinos, now even its smallest inhabitants are being targeted for profit. In a case that has shocked conservationists, Kenyan authorities recently intercepted an attempt to smuggle 5,400 live queen ants out of the country, spotlighting a growing black market for insects. In April, two Belgian teenagers, a Vietnamese national, and a Kenyan accomplice were caught trying to sneak the ants, primarily of the Messor cephalotes species, out of Kenya. The insects were carefully packed into over 2,200 modified test tubes and syringes to keep them alive for transport to European collectors. The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) valued the collection at approximately 1.2 million Kenyan shillings. On the European underground market, the ants could have sold for up to one million US dollars, underscoring the lucrative nature of this little-known trade. While high-profile smuggling cases involving ivory or rhino horn often dominate headlines, this incident reveals how traffickers are shifting focus to smaller, less conspicuous species that still fetch high prices among global hobbyists. 'The smuggling of ants, it is not a good thing. The smuggling of any animal to places where they don't occur naturally is quite troublesome,' said Professor Henk Bouwman of the Unit for Environmental Sciences and Management at North-West University. 'Ants are a fantastic group of animals to study and to look at. There are 12,000 to 15,000 known species, and we estimate that there might be more than double that. They're really, really incredible,' he said. 'They occur in almost any habitat, from deep underground to right at the top of trees in rainforest.'
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
KWS SAAT SE KGaA Third Quarter 2025 Earnings: Beats Expectations
Revenue: €927.2m (down 3.9% from 3Q 2024). Net income: €315.2m (down 4.8% from 3Q 2024). Profit margin: 34% (in line with 3Q 2024). EPS: €9.62. We've found 21 US stocks that are forecast to pay a dividend yield of over 6% next year. See the full list for free. All figures shown in the chart above are for the trailing 12 month (TTM) period Revenue exceeded analyst estimates significantly. Earnings per share (EPS) also surpassed analyst estimates by 2.6%. Looking ahead, revenue is forecast to grow 4.5% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.7% growth forecast for the Food industry in Europe. Performance of the market in Germany. The company's shares are down 3.5% from a week ago. We should say that we've discovered 2 warning signs for KWS SAAT SE KGaA (1 is significant!) that you should be aware of before investing here. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.
IOL News
12-05-2025
- IOL News
Rare-ant smugglers sentenced in African state
Two Belgians, a Vietnamese, and a Kenyan have pleaded guilty to wildlife trafficking and await sentencing on April 23 in Kenya Image: Kenya Wildlife Services A Kenyan court has sentenced four individuals to one year in prison or a fine of $7,700 each for attempting to illegally export thousands of live ants, including a rare species, the BBC reported. The convicted individuals, two Belgian nationals, one Vietnamese, and a Kenyan, were apprehended last month in Naivasha, a town in western Kenya, where they were found in possession of approximately 5,000 queen ants. Among the species collected was Messor cephalotes, a rare variety also referred to as the Giant African Harvester Ant. During the court proceedings, the accused pleaded guilty and claimed they were unaware that collecting the ants for hobbyist purposes was a criminal offense. However, the presiding judge noted in Wednesday's ruling that the quantity and type of ants involved indicated a deliberate effort to exploit valuable wildlife, adding that the offenders were not simply in possession of a few specimens. According to the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), the seized ants were reportedly intended for exotic pet markets in Europe and Asia. The smuggled ants, according to dealers in the UK, can be worth as much as £170 ($220) apiece. Commenting on the insects' popularity, Pat Stanchev, the general manager of the insect-trading website Best Ants UK, told the BBC that their appeal lies in their distinctive and beautiful appearance. KWS revealed that the suspects had prepared test tubes capable of sustaining the ants for up to two months, specifically to bypass airport screening procedures. The organization described the operation as 'premeditated' and called it a landmark in trafficking trends that shift from traditional poaching of large mammals toward lesser-known species. One of the Belgian nationals, David Lornoy, told Reuters that the group had not intended to violate any laws. 'We did not come here to break any laws. By accident and stupidity we did,' he said, appealing for leniency. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕
