RHINOCEROS HORN STOCKPILE VERIFICATION PROCESS

WRSA is calling on rhinoceros owners to give their full co-operation in the Rhinoceros Horn Stockpile Verification Process announced recently by Minister of Water and Environmental Affairs, Edna Molewa. The information gathered in this process will assist South African authorities in preparing submissions to CITES COP 16 on the rhino horn trade in view of potential legal trade in rhino horn.

Please read the attached letter from the Minister Molewa, explaining the process.

Environmental Management Inspectors will visit rhino owners to gather information. Inspections will be scheduled in advance. Mr Eugene Swart (Deputy Director: Biodiversity Enforcement) will lead the verification team. Rhino horn owners can phone Mr Swart on 083 412 5936 to verify the legitimacy of the inspectors or for any queries relating to this process.

WRSA appeals to all rhino owners to support the DEA's verification process in the interest of protecting and conserving our rhinos for the future.

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