Save the Rhino Trust

At Save the Rhino Trust, ranger safety and well-being are non-negotiable. Through our Ranger Welfare Project, we provide: • 24/7 access to medical doctors • Ongoing first aid training • Continuous provision of essential medical supplies

No crowds. No engines. No easy moments. Tracking black rhinos in Damaraland asks something of you. Time. Effort. Respect. And in return, it gives you something that stays. Follow the link to read the full article: travelnam.com/walking-the-qu…

Decades of dedication, measured in data and discoveries. From 13 scientific papers in five years to the longest-running black rhino database, Save the Rhino Trust turns field research into real-world conservation action. Photography: Marcus Westberg

“I don’t want to tell my kids we had rhinos in Namibia and show them pictures. I want to say, ‘I have been looking after that rhino… and there it is, still alive.'" Read the full story: e.issuu.com/embed.html?d=f… Photo: Marcus Westberg

In the vast, untamed expanse of northwestern Kunene Region, a landscape slightly larger than Wales, life persists against the odds. Here, beneath dramatic granite domes and across endless rocky plains, survives the world’s largest remaining population of free-roaming black rhino.

Most of SRT’s conservation work happens on foot. For four decades, teams of dedicated trackers have patrolled the Kunene and northern Erongo regions, walking miles from their field camps to monitor black rhinos. Photography: Marcus Westberg

The Mike Hearn Memorial Cycle Ride, held every second year in support of Save the Rhino Trust (SRT), raises vital funds for conservation. This year’s ride takes place from 19–26 April 2026, with 18 riders led by organiser Vanessa Buxton, continuing a tradition of conservation.

🦏 Did you know? Rhinos don’t run flat-footed. They move on their toes, a feature that helps support their weight and gives them the ability to charge with impressive speed. SRT works alongside local communities and rangers to protect these animals. Photography: Marcus Westberg

A massive thank you to Tusk and Jaguar Land Rover for the handover of this incredible Defender in support of Save the Rhino Trust! Partnerships like these power the work on the ground: helping us go further, reach more, and protect what matters most.

Big steps for the Rhino Cup! Save the Rhino Trust’s first meeting with Hon. Dino Balotti, Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture, was a powerful moment to present the vision behind the Rhino Cup.

When the rains do arrive, they transform more than just the land. For those working in this drought prone environment, it is a powerful reminder of renewal, resilience, and the delicate balance that sustains both wildlife and our conservation efforts.

SRT strengthens relationships with farmers, Traditional Authorities, and conservancy managers to create a platform for information exchange. By working with rangers and custodians, SRT empowers communities to monitor rhinos and collect accurate data. Photos: Marcus Westberg

Save the Rhino Trust may not run schools, but its lessons reach far beyond the classroom. Through hands-on community involvement, locals are actively engaged in rhino conservation: learning to value, protect, and safeguard these incredible animals. Photography: Marcus Westberg

In 2023, Save the Rhino Trust (SRT), in partnership with Wadappt, introduced the Rhino Guardianship Certificate, a verified, performance-based approach to conservation funding. Photography: Marcus Westberg Explore more and see featured certificates: wadappt.io

Participatory Rhino Monitoring has been the foundation of Save the Rhino Trust Namibia’s work for more than four decades. Across the Kunene and northern Erongo regions, tracker teams patrol vast landscapes on foot, supported by vehicle patrols. Photo credit: Marcus Westberg

Diceros bicornis. The black rhino’s name tells its story. Diceros comes from the Greek di and ceros, meaning two horns, while bicornis comes from the Latin bi and cornis, also meaning two horns. A name rooted in form, strength and ancient lineage. Photo credit: Marcus Westberg

Dehorning is a proactive way to protect rhinos, reducing the reward for poachers and giving these iconic animals a better chance to survive. It forms part of a strategic, integrated approach to anti-poaching. Photo credit: @Marcus Westberg

Our Programmes and Partnership Assistant recently represented the organisation at the biennial Tusk Conservation Symposium. The symposium brought together over 70 delegates from TUSK project partners, creating space for knowledge exchange and strengthening networks. #SRT #TUSK

Save the Rhino Trust Namibia has collected vital data on black rhinos across the Kunene, tracking numbers, movements and trends. This information guides conservation decisions and extends to understanding the human role in protecting these animals. Photo credit: Marcus Westberg

A footprint in the desert sand. A legacy millions of years old. This World Wildlife Day, we stand in protecting Namibia’s desert adapted black rhino. Their survival depends on vigilance, partnership and hope. Together, we keep them roaming free. Photographer: @marcus westberg