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 With
its unstable poor economy, Zambia is landlocked by eight African
countries. Many of these countries have faced protracted civil
wars, all of which have led to porous borders, thus hindering
Zambia's war against illegal smuggling of its wildlife. During
the 1980s DSWF was instrumental in establishing the Choco Clubs,
an advanced education programme stretching out to schools throughout
the country.
 In
1990 DSWF embarked on a major conservation project in the Lower
Zambezi, providing vital vehicles, boats, uniforms and other equipment,
plus rations and fuel for the anti-poaching teams. In 1992 when
the Government burned its 12 ton ivory stockpile in a bold gesture
to support the international ivory ban, and stamp out poaching,
DSWF also provided substantial funds to step up anti-poaching
operations in some of the most remote and depleted parks, the
result being that elephant numbers slowly started to recover.
 The
same year, DSWF supported an enforcement conference resulting
in the Lusaka Agreement and Africa's first ever international
Task Force which is directed at fighting wildlife crime across
international borders. DSWF also established, and continues to
fund, the 'Investigations & Intelligence Unit' (IIU) and related
anti-poaching activities which have been successful in intercepting
large amounts of tusks and other illegal wildlife products, mainly
to the Far East.
Over the years, DSWF has also been involved in the release of
orphans and confiscated animals back to the wild. The rescue and
rearing of baby Phoenix who we hope will be relocated to the wild
soon, has most recently, been the focus of our attention.
Reasons for DSWF support:
Despite political and economic difficulties,
David and DSWF continue to loyally help Zambia to save it's unique
wildlife heritage, one of the richest in Africa.
DSWF funds:
 Wildlife
conservation is low priority when sharing out a government's money
and so DSWF's tightly controlled funding is absolutely crucial
to Zambia's fight against poaching. Money is spent on equipment,
fuel and rations for trusted anti-poaching teams and illegal trade
operatives. Funds also support the forthcoming rehabilitation
centre and release programme of Phoenix.
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To
read more about Zambia's recent rhino re-introduction
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If you are interested in helping DSWF
to save Zambia's wildlife and help release Phoenix in to the wild,
please follow the links below to make a donation or you can phone
the Foundation Office on 01483 272323.
Every little contribution helps wildlife
and remember 100% of your donation will go in full to the project - thank you!
You can also help by becoming a member
of DSWF. Click here for more information
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