Africa Wild

29 September 2023 - AFRICA GEOGRAPHIC

Dispersing male lions are the genetic lifeline for Africa’s rapidly diminishing free-roaming lion populations. They leave the pride at about two to three years of age - often forced out by the pride male/s - to team up with other outcast males to find territory with food and females. When you hear about lions that have ‘escaped’ from protected areas it’s often dispersing young males doing what nature intended. Many don't get to sire future generations - this is nature’s plan to ensure that only the fittest survive to strengthen the gene pool.

There are plenty of natural reasons why many dispersing male lions don't make the cut - but, increasingly, humankind is a significant factor. Human-wildlife conflict is probably the biggest threat they face - humans killing lions that threaten their livestock. And who can blame Africa’s rural villagers? They are following the example set by others across this precious planet. Another is the removal of habitat and prey species by humans as we ‘develop’ the remaining wild areas and create islands of our protected areas. A further threat is trophy hunters killing free-roaming male lions as they disperse. We have got to the point where every dispersing male lion needs to be protected. Killing them off for fun and ego is not conservation, no matter how powerful and aggressive the trophy-hunting lobby is.

This is where you come in: Whatever the reasons that prevent male lions from playing their intended role, scientists need more information about their dispersal habits. Team Africa Geographic has dug deep into our pockets to sponsor a lion collar; you can too. Perhaps team up with friends or colleagues, or donate even just a small amount - it all helps. Please join us to empower researchers to better protect Africa’s iconic free-roaming lions.

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Simon Espley – CEO

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The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency puts down six lions outside Mbombela



The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency puts down six lions outside Mbombela

The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) has euthanised six lions at Mpakeni Village close to the town Kanyamazane in Mbombela.

“We acted swiftly and dispatched a team of experts to clear the area after it had been reported that six lions were roaming around the village. The lions escaped from Mthethomusha Nature Reserve on the southwestern border of the Kruger National Park,” says Simphiwe Shungube, spokesperson of the MTPA.

“We want to urge the community to always avoid contact with wild animals and report such incidents immediately.”

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Wouldn't it be nice if they would keep the public updated on the future life of the six lions?

URGENT CARNIVORE ALERT
27th to 28th October 2024.
URGENT WARNING There has been a confirmed sightings of lions between Nelspruit and Barberton on the R40 at Entrance 54 on 27th October 2024 and in the Hermansburg area on 28th October 2024 early in the evening. Everyone should be extremely careful and vigilant as they could appear anywhere!!
The immediate alert is for the Glenwood area (Entrance 12), Hermansburg area (Entrance 20), and the Hilltop area (Entrance 28).
A follow-up alert will be supplied if they are sighted again and moved out of this area!
PLEASE do not allow children to roam around or play unsupervised - period! Lions could be extremely dangerous, especially where kids are concerned!
EVERYBODY needs to be extremely cautious and an urgent alert for joggers, hikers, and cyclists in the morning and afternoon and also workers traveling on foot! Be extra careful at night as lions are a bigger threat in the dark! If you are having a braai, sit with your backs to a wall and keep the lights on!
Unfortunately, the warnings are not taken seriously! The onus is on each and everyone to adhere to the alerts and warn others of the dangers.
PLEASE DO NOT POST ANY CARNIVORE SIGHTING POSITIONS ON ANY SOCIAL MEDIA GROUPS FOR SAFETY REASONS!
If you spot the lions, phone any of the following numbers at ANY TIME:

MTPA successfully captures vagrant male lion
The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) confirms that the escaped male vagrant lion has been successfully darted and captured.


The male lion was captured at Sekelbos Estate in Nelspruit at around 02:03 this morning.



The MTPA would like to thank Sapphire Blue Drones, Chris Smith from Wildlifevets and the public for their support during the searching period. These key stakeholders worked side by side with the MTPA team until the lion was successfully located, tracked down and moved to the holding pen for further management.

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2025-01-04: Malalane Warning - Lion roaming on town side of the Croc River
A cable repair expedition along the river next to Malelane revealed last night that a lion is trapped between the Crocodile River and the Veterinary fence. It was seen near River Cottage. The river is flowing too high for it to cross back, so one would expect it to remain for a time.
The fence is down in multiple locations, due to elephant damage. This means the lion has free access to the residential areas and farms. Dogs and other domestic animals may attract it.
Joggers and cyclists should choose companions carefully. This relates to self control, rather than speed. If you encounter a lion, running away will trigger a chase response and the animal will win every time. Those that want to go jogging along the river, be mindful of the risk and do research on how to deal with such situations.
Please report it if seen.
Malalane CPF