# Sheldrick Wildlife Trust News Sheldrick Wildlife Trust News Page: Feed: --- ## [Three Months of Zuri](https://www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/news/updates/three-months-of-zuri) _2026-08-20_ Exactly three months ago today, little Zuri was found flailing inside a septic tank near Voi Safari Lodge. It was a traumatic, dramatic rescue operation that stretched long into the night. ## [World Elephant Day: Become Part of an Extraordinary Story](https://www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/news/updates/world-elephant-day-2026) _2026-08-12_ This World Elephant Day, we invite you to become part of an extraordinary story. ## [LIVE: Wake Up With Our Nursery Herd on World Elephant Day](https://www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/news/updates/nursery-live-world-elephant-day) _2026-08-12_ Help Edwin wake up our smallest babies, then join the rest of the orphan herd out in the forest in this special livestream from our Nairobi Nursery. ## [Five Examples of Elephant Conservation in Action](https://www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/news/updates/five-examples-elephant-conservation) _2026-08-11_ Elephant conservation is a full-spectrum, long-term commitment. For the better part of a century, we have dedicated ourselves to this extraordinary species, building a sustainable future for the elephants of today and the generations who will follow in their footsteps. This is elephant conservation in action: ## [Our Life With Bumpy](https://www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/news/fieldnotes/july-2026) _2026-08-06_ One of this year’s unexpected joys has come in the form of a bumbling, bubbly little hippo. Bumpy has captured hearts the world over! From his bright button eyes to his perfectly round ears, his roly-poly antics and his absolute adoration for his Keepers, he is pure, infectious goodness. ## [Community Outreach Report: April to June 2026](https://www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/news/community/april-june-2026) _2026-08-05_ From April to June, our community programmes continued to make a meaningful difference across the landscapes where we work. During the quarter, the SWT-supported school lunch feeding programme provided nutritious meals to 18,254 children across 80 schools, while our dedicated education bus hosted 20 field trips, giving 600 children the opportunity to experience a day on safari in Tsavo. ## [Rangers: Conservation’s Frontline Forces](https://www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/news/updates/world-ranger-day-2026) _2026-07-31_ Rangers are conservation’s frontline forces. They are multi-talented, tireless, and brave, putting their lives on the line to protect our natural world. Over the years, SWT/KWS Anti-Poaching Teams have helped transform landscapes, safeguard wildlife, and tackle the greatest threats facing Kenya’s natural heritage. ## [The Rescue of Bungalu](https://www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/news/updates/rescue-of-bungalu) _2026-07-28_ Bungalu is a special little elephant who survived a true odyssey to be here today — weeks on his own, dodging storms of epic proportions and even a lion attack. ## [Aerial Unit Report: June 2026](https://www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/news/aerial/june-2026) _2026-07-27_ In June, the Aerial Unit flew 255 hours and covered 34,860 kilometres — the busiest month of the year so far. The dry season was firmly establishing itself across much of Tsavo. Against this backdrop, June was an exceptionally active month across every dimension of the Unit's work including law enforcement, veterinary support, wildlife rescue, human–wildlife conflict, and two civilian rescues. ## [AI News Summaries & Audio (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/zZua2fZeFF7h) _2026-07-26 · **Sponsored**_ Tap an article for an AI summary and an audio briefing. ## [Kamili Returns to the Nursery](https://www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/news/updates/kamili-returns) _2026-07-26_ We made the decision to bring sweet Kamili back to the Nursery, so we can better monitor her health.