Wildlife Rangers Day Commemorations
The Association for Tourism Hwange (ATH) participated in the Wildlife Rangers Day commemorations held at Gwayi Primary School, an event hosted by our valued conservation stakeholder, Painted Dog Conservation (PDC). This special day brought together a wide network of conservation stakeholders, community leaders and tourism players uniting to honour the dedication and sacrifices of rangers who protect Hwange’s precious ecosystems. Wildlife Rangers Day served not only as a commemoration but also as a call for collective action. Organisations and groups that took part included:
African Bushcamps
Association for Tourism Hwange (ATH)
Conservation & Wildlife Fund (CWF)
Mother Africa Trust (MAT)
Dete Animal Rescue Trust DART
Friends of Hwange
Gwayi Farmers Association
Gwayi Leisure Centre
Gwango
Hwange Main Camp
Hwange Safari Lodge (HSL)
International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW)
Linda and Dave Bennett - Kakori bags
Matshaba Safaris
Painted Dog Conservation (PDC
Rhino Cup Champions League (RCCL)
Wilderness Safaris
Zimbabwe Republic Police Gwayi
Days like this remind us why our work is so important. Rangers are the frontline defenders of Hwange’s wild spaces, the people who make conservation possible. Our participation in the event reflected our support for their efforts and our belief in community-led conservation as the key to lasting impact. Each day, these men and women protect wildlife from poaching, illegal logging, and other threats, helping to preserve the natural beauty that defines our region. The strong turnout from tourism operators, NGOs, local farmers, and law enforcement showed that the commitment to safeguarding Hwange’s natural heritage continues to grow. ATH remains dedicated to strengthening these partnerships and ensuring that Hwange’s wilderness thrives for generations to come.