I write the following based on my personal experiences and assumptions. Though my motivation for writing this was the current social media frenzy, regarding the latest elephant that was shot as a problem animal, my writings are not directly aimed at this specific event. We are quick to judge and jump on the bandwagon without...Read More

Briefing Paper: Informig decisions on Trophy Hunting IUCN –  International Union for Conservation of Nature A Briefing Paper regarding issues to be taken into account when considering restriction of imports of hunting trophies. “Trophy hunting is currently the subject of intense debate and polarised positions, with controversy and deep concern over the practice of trophy hunting,...Read More

A True Professional Hunter A True Professional Hunter Johann Veldsman with Shona Hunting Adventures   Many people say that they are a professional this or that and the term professional has been used so loosely sometimes that we have lost sight of what true professionalism is. Webster Dictionary defines a professional as someone who “participates...Read More