Anti Poaching
Wildlife is under constant threat of poaching for commercial bushmeat and illegal trade of ivory. ACCF supports anti-poaching efforts to curb the ever-growing pressure on wildlife populations in the protected areas. Our Projects in Mozambique, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe have dedicated anti-poaching units to combat this poaching threat and to propel wildlife conservation in Africa. The anti-poaching units combine cutting-edge technology with special ops, canines, horses, and well-trained boots on the ground for maximum coverage of the reserves.
Cutting-edge Technology
The anti-poaching unit is backed by cutting-edge technology with a state-of-the-art digital radio network and accompanying law enforcement database. Run from a highly sophisticated control room on the concession, this technology is used to ensure that the anti-poaching unit is deployed efficiently and effectively making the most impact in conserving the resident wildlife populations.
Anti-Poaching Programs
Canine Unit in Tanzania
Grumeti Fund
The Grumeti Fund Canine Unit is a dedicated detection and tracking dog unit committed to our ongoing quest to stay one step ahead of poachers. The permanent presence of our rescue dogs – DJ, Radar, Oke, and Tony – and their skilled handlers enhance the Anti-Poaching Department’s ability to apprehend poachers.
Game Scouts in Tanzania
Grumeti Fund
The Grumeti Fund employs a team of 100 anti-poaching game scouts tasked with the important job of protecting African wildlife. Stationed across the 350,000-acre reserve – at camps or in Observation Posts, as a free-ranging Mobile Patrol Unit or as part of the Special Operations Group – these scouts are responsible for protecting the African wildlife and flora that has rebounded over the past 15 years in this critical area of the western Serengeti.
Innovative Technology in Tanzania
Grumeti Fund
The Grumeti Fund anti-poaching and law enforcement department makes use of several types of innovative anti-poaching technology to proactively prevent poaching events. Using innovative technology gives the anti-poaching game scouts an edge when patrolling the region.
Joint Intelligence Unit in Tanzania
Grumeti Fund
Anti-poaching efforts for the Grumeti Fund have been escalated by the establishment of an anti-poaching Joint Intelligence Unit - a collaboration between the Grumeti Fund Law Enforcement Department and the Tanzanian Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA).
Malilangwe Scouts in Zimbabwe
The Malilangwe Trust
Malilangwe re-introduced rhinos between 1996 and 1998. Pre 2008, poaching was limited to snaring for meat and netting of fish. From 2007, Southern Africa experienced a sharp increase in rhino poaching. At this time, the Reserve was only partially fenced and, although the scout force was well-organized, it had fewer personnel and was less militarized.
Special Operations Group in Tanzania
Grumeti Fund
Of the 100 strong force of anti-poaching game scouts, 18 individuals have been identified to join an elite special operations anti-poaching unit. These game scouts have proven themselves to be the best of the best: men with absolute integrity and the highest work ethic.
Funds raised by the ACCF enable the continued conservation initiatives of the anti-poaching unit.
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