Experience

ZIMBABWE ELEPHANTS

BY SCV

Elephant Culling in Zimbabwe and Namibia: 7 Shocking Reasons

Overpopulation 

Elephants are exceeding the land’s capacity, leading to environmental degradation.

Elephants frequently encroach on human settlements, causing danger.

Crop Damage 

Elephants destroy crops, leading to food insecurity.

Ecosystem Strain 

No. 4

Overgrazing by elephants harms other species and vegetation.

Livestock Competition

Elephants compete with livestock for grazing, affecting farmers.

Culled elephants provide meat for local populations.

Community Food Supply 

Economic Value 

No. 7

Ivory sales and hunting tourism offer financial benefits to struggling economies.