Zambia seizes half-ton of ivory in major illegal wildlife crime operation - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 30th March 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Charles Mpaka, Mongabay (U.S), March 28, 2026 On March 9, wildlife authorities in Zambia arrested 10 people in possession of 550 kilograms (1,212 pounds) of ivory, according to the U.K.-based Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA), which provided intelligence that led to the arrests. EIA said […]

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Suspected ivory trafficker arrested as police seize 39kg of elephant tusks in Lunga Lunga - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 30th March 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Kamaru Mathenge, TV 47 (Kenya), March 29, 2026 Asuspected ivory trafficker is in custody after Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers intercepted him as he was carrying four elephant tusks along a coastal border town during an operation that underscores the country’s intensifying crackdown on […]

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Police Seize 106kg of Ivory, Arrests Five in Bukedea - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 24th March 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News   Jackie Namatovu, Chimp Reports (Uganda), March 23, 2026 Uganda has intensified its crackdown on illegal wildlife trafficking, with authorities announcing the arrest of five suspects and the seizure of 106 kilograms of elephant ivory in an intelligence-led operation, according to a statement issued […]

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Marakele National Park steps up anti-poaching efforts - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 23rd March 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Nonhlanhla Ntshingila, SABC News (South Africa), March 20, 2026 The management of the Marakele National Park in Thabazimbi, Limpopo, says it is strengthening efforts to combat crime, particularly rhino poaching, through increased ranger visibility and tighter access control measures across the park. These interventions […]

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Zambian authorities seize half-a-tonne of ivory tusks smuggled by cross-border trafficking syndicate - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 20th March 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Enviro News Nigeria (Nigeria), March 18, 2026 Acting on intelligence provided by the London-based Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA), Zambian law enforcement agents raided a house in the capital Lusaka and arrested nine Zambians, including an individual from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), allegedly […]

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TRIO NABBED FOR POSSESSION OF IVORY - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 17th March 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News   Arron Nyamayaro, Herald Online (Zimbabwe), March 16, 2026 THREE people were arrested on Thursday for unlawful possession of ivory in Zimuto. Grace Masaiti, 48, Norman Bere, 38, and Richard Madoro, 73 were nabbed by detectives from CID Masvingo. Their arrest came after a […]

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Suspected ivory trafficker arrested in Nwoya with 154kg of elephant tusks - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 27th February 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Edward Anyoli, New Vision (Uganda), February 24, 2026 The arrest of a suspected ivory trafficker by the Special Wildlife Crime Unit and the Uganda Police Force has led to the recovery of 154 kilogrammes of raw elephant ivory in an intelligence-led operation in Nwoya […]

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Ivory Trafficker Arrested with 154kg of Elephant Tusks - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 25th February 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Sam Ibanda Mugabi & Lindah Nduwumwami, Nile Post (Uganda), February 23, 2026 A joint operation by the Special Wildlife Crime Unit and the Uganda Police Force has led to the arrest of a suspected ivory trafficker and the recovery of 154 kilograms of raw […]

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ZimParks calls for technology investment to curb wildlife crime - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 13th February 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News     Sikhumbuzo Moyo, The Herald (Zimbabwe) The Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) has called for increased investment in modern technology to effectively combat well-coordinated wildlife crime syndicates operating both locally and internationally. ZimParks noted that wildlife crime is a highly lucrative […]

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TravelComments.com - South Africa rhino poaching drops in 2025 – but Kruger NP numbers rise - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 12th February 2026)     South Africa has reported encouraging progress in the fight against wildlife crime, with a 16% drop in rhino poaching in 2025 compared to the previous year. The improvement follows intensified anti-poaching operations, stronger cooperation between authorities and private reserves, and increased use of technology to detect criminal activity. For safari travellers, the figures highlight […]

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The Elephant Dilemma: South Sudan’s Vanishing Herds and Zimbabwe’s Overpopulation Struggles - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 30th January 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News   John Edwards, The Washington Newsday (U.S.), January 18, 2026 Africa’s elephant conservation efforts are marked by a stark divide: in South Sudan, herds are rapidly disappearing, while in Zimbabwe, elephants are multiplying at such a rate that they pose a growing threat to […]

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KWS arrests 3 suspects in Turkana over Wildlife trophies - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 30th January 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Felix Kipkemoi, The Star (Kenya), January 28, 2026 A joint covert intelligence operation by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has led to the arrest of three suspects in Turkana County, after they were found in possession of wildlife trophies, including 42 kilogrammes of elephant […]

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Chinese ivory syndicates worsen Zimbabwe’s illicit financial flows - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 26th January 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News   The Zimbabwean (Zimbabwe) January 23, 2026 The 18-year prison sentence handed to Chinese national Cong Yangzhong in late 2025 cast fresh light and exposed the scale of illicit financial flows fueling wildlife crime in Zimbabwe. The 47-year-old was found in possession of three rhino […]

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Two arrested, one escapes as detectives seize elephant tusks worth Sh11 million in Namanga sting operation - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 26th January 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Lucy Mumbi, The Eastleigh Voice (Kenya), January 25, 2026 Two people have been arrested for suspected wildlife trafficking following a multi-agency operation that led to the seizure of elephant tusks valued at about Sh11 million in Namanga. According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigation […]

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Vanishing Wild: The Battle Against Illegal Wildlife Trade - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 22nd January 2026)   Courtesy of African Wildlife News Tanusri Saradhi, Earth.com (U.S), January 22, 2026 Illegal wildlife trade is a growing global crisis and the largest direct threat to the future of many of the world’s most threatened species. Recent UN data (2015-2021) shows around 4,000 species impacted, including 3,250 listed under […]

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TPDF officers, civilians charged over Sh591 million ivory seizure - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 09th January 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News   The Citizen (Tanzania), January 8, 2026 Two Tanzania People’s Defence Force (TPDF) officers and three civilians appeared before the Moshi Resident Magistrate’s Court, charged with economic sabotage after allegedly possessing government trophies valued at Sh591.3 million. The criminal case is scheduled for mention […]

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Rider arrested with 39.9 kilos of elephant tusks valued at Sh4 million in Samburu - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 05th January 2026)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Cyrus Ombati, The Star (Kenya) A rider was arrested on Saturday evening in Wamba, Samburu County, while transporting approximately 39.9 kilograms of elephant tusks, valued at about Sh4 million. Authorities said the suspect told police he was taking the tusks to a potential buyer […]

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Quick action by Mara vets saves elephant from severe snare injuries - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 20th December 2025)   Courtesy of African Elephant News   Brian Oruta, The Star (Kenya), December 17, 2025 The Mara Veterinary Team has successfully treated a female sub-adult elephant injured by a wire snare at the Naboisho Wildlife Conservancy, highlighting ongoing efforts to protect wildlife through rapid response interventions. According to a statement […]

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Burundi’s Former Attorney General Arrested After Gold Bars, Elephant Tusks Found in Office - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 07th December 2025)     Amon Katungulu, Nile Post (Uganda), December 2025 Burundi’s former Attorney General, Léonard Manirakiza, has been detained by the National Intelligence Service (SNR) following the discovery of two gold bars, several elephant tusks, and close to one billion Burundian francs in his former office. Burundian media reported that Manirakiza […]

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More arrests in Kenya for illegal ivory possession - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 05th December 2025)   Courtesy of African Elephant News     A joint team of law enforcement officers drawn from Mbeere South-based detectives and Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers has arrested three wildlife traffickers and recovered six elephant tusks. Michael Kariuki Kithaka, Morris Kariuki Njuki, and Margaret Syombua Mutua were arrested in Mbeere […]

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Mombasa man jailed 10 years for trafficking ivory worth Ksh.2.4 million - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 29th November 2025)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Brian Kimani, Citizen Digital (Kenya), November 27, 2025 A Mombasa court has sentenced a man to 10 years in prison for illegally possessing and dealing in elephant tusks valued at Ksh.2.4 million. According to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), Abdi […]

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Five detained in possession of 10 elephant tusks in Gaza / Mozambique - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 26th November 2025)   Courtesy of African Elephant News   Alberto Massango, Aimnews (Mozambique), November 24, 2025 Mozambique’s National Criminal Investigation Service (Sernic) has detained a group of five individuals in possession of 10 elephant tusks in Mapai district, in the southern province of Gaza. The group was also in possession of 15 […]

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Kakum National Park receives motorbikes to strengthen anti-poaching efforts - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 17th November 2025)   Courtesy of African Elephant News Ghana News Agency (Ghana), November 15, 2025 The Nature Conservation Research Centre (NCRC) has donated motorbikes and other logistics to the Wildlife Division of the Forestry Commission to strengthen patrols and community-based protection efforts within the Kakum Conservation Area. The support, which includes Global […]

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Two suspects arrested with five pieces of elephant tusks valued at Sh3.6 million in Nyahururu - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 17th November 2025)   Courtesy of African Elephant News   Cyrus Ombati, The Star (Kenya), November 16, 2025 Two suspected traffickers were arrested Saturday night with elephant tusks in Nyahururu Town, police said. According to police, the arrests were made in the Kwa Wanjiku area, and the suspects had five pieces of elephant […]

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Seven arrested with ivory from four elephants poached in Magude, Mozambique - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 31st October 2025)   Courtesy of African Elephant News   Club of Mozambique (Mozambique), October 28, 2025 Seven men were arrested in Ngangue, Chókwè district, Gaza province, for possession of ivory from four elephants poached in Magude, Maputo province. Among those arrested by the Police of the Republic of Mozambique (PRM) in Ngangue, […]

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