WELCOME TO

WILDLIFE
RANCHING
SOUTH AFRICA

Advocating for the Agro-Sustainable Biodiversity Wildlife Economy!

ABOUT US

Empowering Sustainable Wildlife Ranching in South Africa

At Wildlife Ranching South Africa (WRSA) , we champion the responsible and sustainable use of South Africa’s rich biodiversity. As a voluntary, non-profit organization, we represent wildlife ranchers across all levels—provincial, national, and international.

Our members play a pivotal role in conservation, habitat restoration, and the promotion of the wildlife economy. Through advocacy, education, and empowerment, we strive to ensure that wildlife ranching contributes positively to ecological preservation and economic development.

LATEST NEWS

The WRSA Newsletter for June is here!

The June Edition of the WRSA Newsletter is packed with the stories that matter: from the inspiring conservation work of the Zuuranys Conservancy and farm school support in the Eastern Cape, to powerful wildlife industry insights from Richard York and exciting youth empowerment in Thabazimbi. We’ve got information on giraffes, vultures, groundbreaking research – and yes, even a new rhino mascot! Whether you’re in it for the policy updates, community wins, or just a good read over a cup of boeretroos, this edition is for YOU.

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Scapegoating Lead-Based Ammunition: Why Bullets Aren’t the Smoking Gun in Vulture Declines

The widespread decline of vulture populations across Africa has rightly become a significant conservation concern. While various anthropogenic threats contribute to this crisis, the narrative often points to lead-based ammunition as a primary culprit for unintended, secondary lead poisoning in these scavenging birds. However, an in-depth look at available evidence and arguments from stakeholders in South Africa suggests that this may not be the main source of mortality, and that other, often more pervasive, threats demand greater attention.

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Protecting Wildlife. Supporting ranchers. Shaping a sustainable future.”

OUR GOALS

#1 ADVOCATE

Champion the growth of the green economy and promote sustainable development to enhance the livelihoods of our members and the broader wildlife ranching sector

#2 EDUCATE

Support the wildlife community and develop future wildlife ranchers by transferring knowledge and building essential skills across generations.

#3 EMPOWER MEMBERS

Equip members with innovative tools, strategic insights, and access to vital information to grow their wildlife enterprises sustainably. WRSA leads through innovation and is committed to advancing the wildlife economy.

#4 GROW OUR MEMBER BASE

Grow and strengthen our community by offering member benefits, business support, mentorship, and digital resources. Foster progress through technology and a collaborative support network.

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Upcoming
events

WRSA is always hosting RIG days and events for wildlife
ranchers.

WRSA
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OF WRSA

Join us in fighting for the Agro Sustainable Biodiversity Wildlife Economy. Become part of our Wildlife Rancher Family.

To promote, serve and protect the interests of wildlife ranchers.