After a series of death threats, the head of rangers at the Timbavati games reserve, Anton Mzimba, was gunned dead at his home, sending shockwaves across the wildlife and conservation world. The impact of his death was so deeply felt around the world that even Prince William had to comment about it, noting the vital…
After a series of death threats, the head of rangers at the Timbavati games reserve, Anton Mzimba, was gunned dead at his home, sending shockwaves across the wildlife and conservation world. The impact of his death was so deeply felt around the world that even Prince William had to comment about it, noting the vital role the ranger played in the conservation of wildlife.
In a tweet, the Duke of Cambridge noted that he was deeply saddened by the killing of the ranger in his home. The duke also recalled speaking to Anton back in November. It would be the last time they would speak until the ranger’s death.
The Duke of Cambridge also singled out Anton as a committed and brave ranger central to preserving Africa’s fantastic wildlife. While also expressing his sympathies with the deceased’s family, the duke stated that those responsible for the ranger’s murder must be brought to justice.
Anton was famous for his commitment to wildlife preservation, which hasn’t gone down with criminal poaching elements and their backers in South Africa. With his sudden, many are wondering what might become of the cause he stood for and what might become of the Timbavati games reserve itself.
