White Lions and the Protection of K2C – by Jason Turner
25/07/2016
This article appeared in the Klaserie Chronicle in June 2016. To view or download as a pdf - click here. ...
Conservation News
Tribute to 4 dogs who guard our Lions by Linda Tucker
02/06/2016
Our project was established to save lions, the Apex Predator. None of us expected domestic animals to play a key role – yet they have. In the face of the horrific exposés of the Chinese dog-eating festival, we will be dedicating posts to honouring the role played by dogs – humankind’s best friend - in...
The Mara, by Brian Jackman
06/04/2016
The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched they must be felt with the heart - Helen Keller. At the White Lion Trust our concern is for all lions across the globe, and particularly in Africa, this enlightening article by author Brian Jackman shares the story about the slow destruction of...
Protecting an iconic species in South Africa … by Jason A Turner
06/01/2016
A recently published article by the scientifically acclaimed Society for Conservation Biology, features a factual overview by lion ecologist Jason A. Turner of the history of white lions and the Global White Lion Protection Trust’s conservation strategy for South Africa’s iconic species, highlighting their critical conservation importance in light of the imminent threat to the survival...
A Tribute to Mandla, Aslan, StarLion, King of Lions.
13/12/2015
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing away of Mandla, our great King. The gentle giant, who’s original name was As-lan (meaning “StarLion”), passed painlessly and peacefully. Many of you shared parts of his extraordinary journey with us.For almost two decades, this majestic lion represented the life-force behind our project; and his legacy...
Blood Lions now showing in London, UK…
25/10/2015
The Global White Lion Protection Trust in partnership with P.A.L (Protecting African Lions) will be screening the compelling full length documentary Blood Lions on the 28th November 2015 at 14h30. The screening will follow on from the March for Cecil which will be held in Trafalgar Square, London, UK at 12h00. Tickets to Blood Lions: Click Here To find...
Two Lion Conservation Organisations join forces in One United Roar
24/08/2015
Protecting African Lions (P.A.L) and The Global White Lion Protection Trust (WLT) have joined forces under the White Lion Trust's newly launched One United Roar (O.U.R Campaign for Lions). The campaign was launched on World Lion Day with the aim of achieving greater protection for Lions and all endangered species globally. The O.U.R. campaign is supported by Archbishop...
Take action for Cecil, Lions and all Endangered species
07/08/2015
O.U.R. LIONHEARTED CALL TO ACTION:1WRITE to South African Nature Conservation (DEA) and express your anger, dismay and disgust in the strongest terms possible at the legalizing of the reprehensible Lion Bones Trade in lions. Deputy Director Mpho Tjiane (CITES policy development and implementation) MTjiane@environment.gov.za2Support organisations that are protecting lions and their ecosystems against incredible odds. See the...
Why should we be outraged by the killing of Cecil the Lion?
07/08/2015
Comment by Linda Tucker After 2 decades of campaigning for lions’ protection, I am deeply encouraged to see that the tragic death of one noble lion, Cecil the Lion, in Zimbabwe is resulting in global unification on an unprecedented scale behind one single united cause. The brutal slaying of Cecil the Lion, is blowing the lid off...
Victory! Major Airlines join to ban transportation of endangered species…
06/08/2015
We are hugely excited to announce that after 2 decades of campaigning for lions’ protection, we are greatly encouraged that many of the major airlines have now pledged not to carry the trophies of endangered species on their flights, in the response to the tragic killing of the famous Zimbabwean lion Cecil. The list of airlines taking a principled position: Delta Airlines British Airways Virgin Atlantic American Airlines United...