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Remembering Kirsty van Zeller

We have lost a beloved member of the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust family. On the night of 3rd January 2026, Kirsty van Zeller, née Smith, passed away following a courageous battle with cancer. She left us in the light of a bright, beautiful full moon, with her family by her side.

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Kerrio, Kamili, and Latika Graduate to Umani Springs

On 15th December 2025, Kerrio, Latika, and Kamili graduated from the Nursery and took the next step in their journey back to the wild. This was a day we had been planning for quite some time — helping our special girls launch in the supportive environment of Umani Springs.

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The Rescue of Daba

Daba is a gentle soul who is learning the ropes of his new life and understanding that he will never be alone again. However, we are beginning to see glimmers of a more mischievous side — and we suspect that his cheeky character will only blossom as he continues to settle in.

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The Rescue of Pips

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This Holiday Season, Gift an Orphan Adoption

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Rapid Mission to Save a Giraffe From a Poacher's Snare

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Angela Sheldrick Awarded Elder of the Order of the Burning Spear by President Ruto

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Makena’s Miracle Baby, Merri

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A Very Curious Veterinary Case with a Big Bull's Tusk

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Yetu Gives Birth to Yasmin, Our Third Ithumba Great-Grandkid

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Suguta’s First Baby, Sullivan

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A Festive Voi Family Reunion, Topped by Panda and Kihari's New Babies

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22-Kilometre Track to Save a Lost Child

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The Rescue of Kaikai

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Keeping Up With Apollo at Rhino Base

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