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A democracy of buffalo

If you want a perfect example of “ubuntu” (the African concept of ‘we exist because of one another’) in the...
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Beautiful-ugly beasties of the bush

I just adore these beautiful-ugly beasties – the warthog (a.k.a Pumba in the Lion King). These African hogs just ooze...
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A warthog narrowly escapes a lioness

It  has been a fascinating week at Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge at Hluhluhwe iMfolozi Park. The guests witnessed a stalk by...
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Follow the Light, Roger

Isibindi Zulu Lodge is a protected home to dearly beloved Roger, a giraffe of 28 years no less. Now most...
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An animal behind every bush

“Oooh! There’s a white rhino behind this bush” says Thobeka with quiet confidence. We stare dubiously at the bush until...
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Baby season

Big eared, fluffy, clumsy, playful and affectionate, summer is baby season in the African bushveld and we are loving all...
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Wild Implausibility

Here are some creative collective nouns for all things African which you can toss about on your next safari: A...
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