Heartwarming journey of a rewilded Cheetah and cubs

THE Global Humane Conservation Fund of Africa has embarked on a heartwarming journey of hope and resilience with the release of Nkanyiso, a once-captive cheetah, and her four cubs into the wild at the Nyosi Wildlife Reserve.

- STAFF REPORTER

This pivotal moment not only highlights the success of rewilding efforts but also represents a broader movement to protect vulnerable species in Southern Africa.

Nkanyiso first stepped into the Nyosi Wildlife Reserve in April 2023, as part of a dedicated collaborative rewilding initiative involving the Global Humane Conservation Fund of Africa, The Metapopulation Initiative, and the reserve itself. Following years of captivity, Nkanyiso underwent a meticulously monitored rewilding process, where she learned essential skills such as hunting prey and navigating natural terrains without human intervention.

However, in April last year, Nkanyiso faced an unexpected setback when she suffered a severe leg injury, confirmed to be a fracture in her front right leg.