Rhino Africa’s Promenade Parade for World Rhino Day 2023

Rhinos – we’re obsessive about these real-life unicorns! The truth is, we have cheekily dubbed ourselves the “Rhino Crash” right here at Rhino Africa. Nevertheless, as endangered African icons, they’re in want of somewhat human TLC. So, right this moment, on World Rhino Day 2023, we’re spotlighting these unbelievable beings whereas supporting Wildlife ACT in its mission to save lots of them. So, are you prepared to affix the parade? We certain are!

“World Rhino Day is particular for us because it’s a day devoted to our namesake. The day ensures rhinos are stored high of thoughts, and consciousness is being raised yearly because of this. They’re thus regularly protected for our future and valued because the extremely distinctive species they’re!” – Samantha Myburgh, Journey Knowledgeable

Championing Rhinos on World Rhino Day 2023

Let’s dish the deets on World Rhino Day 2023. This annual shindig goes down each September on the twenty second, honouring the planet’s 5 rhino species and rallying troops to save lots of them from extinction. This noble trigger was first cooked up by the genius minds at WWF South Africa in 2010.

Since then, the day has been an emblem of charging the trigger ahead, uniting rhino sanctuaries, eco-warrior NGOs, companies with a coronary heart, and anxious residents to boost consciousness and funding for these horned wonders.

“A rhino represents energy, energy and endurance, lots of the qualities we characterize at Rhino Africa. Today is a reminder of their resilience in nature and provides us the chance to guard their survival, making certain a future the place rhinos live on for all of us to understand and cherish.” – Simone Samuels, IT Lead Challenge Supervisor

Maintain The 5 Alive

So, let’s get all the way down to the rhino species roll name. We’re speaking in regards to the black, white, larger one-horned, Sumatran, and Javan rhinos – the superstars of the rhino world. And our mantra for World Rhino Day 2023? It is “KEEP THE FIVE ALIVE,” reminding us that solely a handful of those beauties are left, and it is our job to assist them thrive!

“World Rhino Day offers a chance for us all to have fun the achievements and recognise the devoted efforts of organisations worldwide, no matter their dimension, in elevating consciousness in regards to the important have to safeguard our valuable wildlife. This contains not solely the safety of endangered species but additionally the proactive prevention of future entries onto the endangered species record.” – Landy Kent-Millar, Journey Knowledgeable

A Rhinopalooza on Sea Level Promenade

Now, when Rhino Africa steps as much as the plate, we do not simply tiptoe; we carry the thunder! On World Rhino Day, we assembled on the bustling Sea Level Promenade in Cape City, able to impress.

Our Rhino Crash turned up in full power with prolonged households, buddies, and, sure, even our four-legged buddies. There have been nearly 80 of us championing the trigger – and that is not even counting our beloved fur infants!

“World Rhino Day serves as a platform to boost consciousness and educate not solely our Rhino Crash but additionally our buddies, households, and communities in regards to the grave threats rhinos face within the wild. It is an event for us to rally collectively, pool assets, and take motion to safeguard these magnificent creatures.” – Dean Van Rooyen, HR Coordinator

Dressed to Impress – Rhino Fashion!

We reside by a motto at Rhino Africa: “We present up like pink flamingos.” So, earlier than we hit the streets, you understand that we needed to strut our stuff and make an announcement. We whipped up some unique Rhino Africa World Rhino Day apparel, and guess what? Each final dime from these shirts goes straight to Wildlife ACT to gasoline their epic rhino-saving mission.

With our snazzy duds on, heads have been turned, automobile horns hooted, individuals waved, and curious bystanders joined the jaunt. We have been able to get this present on the highway!

“I have been lucky sufficient to see a number of the final remaining rhinos of the world of their pure habitat. I’ve seen them roaming the plains in Tanzania and munching leaves in Addo Nationwide Park. I’ve heard them consuming from a waterhole in the dark and listened to a crash loud night breathing away in Kruger. On World Rhino Day, these recollections flood my ideas, and through these moments, my heartfelt want is for the generations but to come back to share in these outstanding experiences.” – Gerhard Hefers, Journey Knowledgeable

Strutting Our Stuff in Help of Our Namesakes

Below the wonderful spring solar and the contemporary salty kiss of the ocean breeze, we huddled collectively to limber up earlier than setting off on our World Rhino Day 2023 expedition. Amongst us, there have been the seasoned sprinters and the leisurely strollers, all itching to get the present on the highway! And with that, we have been off!

As we paraded alongside the scenic seaside promenade, our Mom Metropolis did not disappoint – deciding to flaunt her dazzling magnificence. The backdrop of crashing waves supplied a soothing serenade to the full of life chatter that stuffed the air. It was an impeccable day to pay homage to rhinos – our beloved real-life unicorns of the wild.

“I’ve all the time identified that rhinos are unicorns in disguise, and I am completely obsessive about them! That is why, on World Rhino Day, I gladly take each step to maintain their magic alive!” – Vicky Toms, Concierge Specialist

Ending on a Candy Observe

Our buddies at Sotano, a well-liked restaurant in Mouille Level, opened their doorways extensive to welcome us for drinks and pastries after our procession. We gathered round, chatted about our morning escapade, and savoured delectable pastries and freshly brewed espresso. A giant shout out to Sotano for his or her heat hospitality!

“World Rhino Day echoes the heartbeat of our planet’s biodiversity. It is a day after we unite to declare that extinction will not be an possibility and that the spirit of those magnificent creatures conjures up us to face as guardians of nature’s wonders.” – Yasmina Adams, Amenities Supervisor

Each Day is Rhino Day

Why limit the rhino love to simply sooner or later? We’re agency believers that on daily basis must be World Rhino Day! That is why we’re all the time looking out for methods to assist Wildlife ACT of their fearless quest to save lots of the rhinos. You’ll be able to dive deep into their extraordinary work proper right here.

“World Rhino Day reminds us to cherish the current and act for a future the place rhinos thrive. To carry consciousness to those unbelievable creatures and the way we as people could make a distinction of their lives to guard them for future generations to come back.” – Janine Gous, Journey Knowledgeable

Need to Take part on the Rhino-Saving Motion?

If you wish to play an vital half this World Rhino Day, you can also make a donation under. All donations will go to Wildlife ACT to help them within the beneficial conservation work they do.

Account: RISE AFRICA FOUNDATION NPC

Financial institution: FNB

Department Code: 201409

Account Quantity: 62743783541

Swift Code: FIRNZAJJ

“What World Rhino Day signifies to me is that it connects individuals across the globe, younger and outdated, reminding us to guard and preserve these magnificent mammals. It is a chance to coach individuals in regards to the challenges they face and the significance of preserving their habitat and combating poaching. It is a privilege to be a part of an organization that does simply that.” – Barry Langenhoven, Gross sales Supervisor

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