Charlie Mayhew, Chief Executive, Tusk: “Wildlife conservation in Africa faces a multitude of threats – threats that are perpetually evolving. While poaching and the illegal wildlife trade are still rampant in many parts of the continent, conservation leaders today face increasing levels of human-wildlife conflict driven by competition for land and resources as a result of climate change and population growth. As the nature of the threat to both wildlife and communities increases in both scale and complexity, so too do the funds required to meet those challenges head on. We’re incredibly proud to work with Ninety One on this one of a kind initiative that will do so much for the men and women on the front line of African conservation.”
Hendrik du Toit, founder and Chief Executive, Ninety One: “In this world, few are those who act in the interests of the vulnerable. Fewer still are those who risk their lives to protect life which cannot protect itself. Every day across Africa, rangers endure mortal hazard to conserve and guard the continent’s irreplaceable wildlife. These people are among life’s true heroes. Often unnoticed, often unsung, often alone in their mission, far from home and loved ones, they do what most would not, or could not. It is our enduring privilege to sponsor the Tusk Conservation Awards, as well as provide support to the families of the men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice protecting and conserving the wildlife of Africa.”