Careers in Conservation – Kyle Walker
Kyle is the wildlife poisoning and snare response field officer with the EWT’s Birds of Prey Programme and Carnivore Conservation Programme. Here is a little bit about Kyle’s journey to a career in conservation.
Energy-saving cooking in Rwanda
With funding from Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium, International Crane Foundation/Endangered Wildlife Trust sourced and distributed 80 energy saving stoves for women from 40 households. Each household received two stoves.
Two rehabilitated Vultures released by the Birds of Prey Programme in Mokala National Park
In December 2023, I fetched an injured White-backed Vulture from Kimberley Veterinary Clinic. The bird was found somewhere in town and had a broken leg. The bird was in an excellent condition and was eating well. Its leg was pinned by Dr Burger. From the start this vulture was very feisty so we decided to call her “Kwaaitjie” (bad girl).
Battle of the Bullets: The Lead-free awareness drive by South Africans for South Africans.
The EWT Vulture Safe Zone project objectives include reducing and ultimately eliminating the threats to vultures within project areas. Among many other dangers is lead poisoning; a serious threat to vulture populations and other species across the globe.
Tackling the scourge of nappies and sanitary waste
Nappies and or sanitary pads, officially known as Absorbent Hygiene Product (AHP) waste, are fast becoming one of the most serious social and environmental health issues because of poor waste management in South Africa.