KCS to host annual dinner dance
Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | Thursday December 4, 2014 11:25
The theme for the event is ‘Botswana-Africa’s safe haven for rhinos?’ The guest speaker will be internationally acclaimed rhino conservation specialist, Dr Markus Hofmeyr.
According to the KCS public relations office, Hofmeyr is at the forefront of the international rhino conservation and translocation movement.
“As a celebrated wildlife veterinarian, he also holds the position of General Manager of South African National Parks. His work in ecology, wildlife veterinary care and management has spanned more than 20 years.”
“He has been involved in projects including game capture, research, translocation and international consultation. He has also written several articles and contributed to many publications. Hofmeyr is known in the rhino conservation field for his commitment to protecting the world’s last remaining rhino population on Southern Africa,” read a statement from KCS.
Tickets for the dinner cost P750 for individuals, and P7,500 for a table of ten.
The KSC is the oldest environmental non-governmental organisation in Botswana and has been working for the protection and management of wildlife and landscapes for the last 31 years. It has been effective in undertaking its lobbying activities through advocacy and assisting Government in policy making as well as collaborating with other Private Sector, Development Partners and NGOs to contribute to the conservation of Botswana’s environment and wildlife resources.
The activities and services provided by the Society include the coordination of research projects, community liaison, and environmental education in schools and with general community members. KCS was established in 1982, with the mandate to promote knowledge, awareness and conservation of Botswana’s wildlife resources. The non-profit organisation was officially launched by the then President of Botswana, Sir Ketumile Masire.