Inside South Africa’s War On Poaching During The Pandemic | Forbes

South Africa is facing a conservation crisis. National parks and private game reserves are a key part of the country’s tourism industry, which accounts for 7% of its GDP and employs over 1.5 million people. As countries around the world implemented covid lockdowns and travel restrictions, this vital source of revenue was cut off, threatening conservation efforts, including the ability to combat the global illegal poaching industry. Thumbnail: Peter Chadwick/GRAA Ranger Legacy Project 01:00 - Conservation funding 02:32 - The illegal poaching industry 04:10 - Decrease in rhino poaching 06:00 - A different kind of poaching 06:58 - Anti-poaching units 09:15 - The future of conservation in Africa Subscribe to FORBES: Stay Connected Forbes newsletters: Forbes on Facebook: Forbes Video on Twitter: Forbes Video on Instagram: More From Forbes: Forbes covers the intersection of entrepreneurship, wealth, technology, business and lifestyle with a focus on people and success.