K.A.W.F.T. - WHAT WE DO + BANK DETAILS + CONTACT NUMBERS
(Kariba Animal Welfare Fund Trust) - ZIMBABWE
Debbie Ottman 0773 996 487 Sonya Mc Master 0772 874 352
WHATSAPP NUMBERS - Sonya Mc Master 0778 733 784
Debbie Ottman 0784 512 921
INFORMATION/PROFILE – WELFARE OF WILD ANIMALS
Trust Registration Number: PROTOCOL NO. 18/2011 - 12/10/2011
Location: KAWFT is based in Kariba, Zimbabwe
SEE
- KAWFT HISTORY further down the page
For any donations, help offer, more info, or information on injured animals please contact below
[email protected]
CONTACTS
Debbie Ottman (TRUSTEE) - Land Home 0261 2146100 Work 0261 2146334 Cell 0773 996 487- KARIBA
Sonya Mc Master (TRUSTEE) - Land Home 0261 2146192 Cell 0772 874 352 – KARIBA
WHATSAPP NUMBERS - for photos or messages
Sonya Mc Master 0778 733 784
Debbie Ottman 0784 512 921
Carl Nicholson - Kariba Dangerous Drugs License Wildlife Darter 0773 279 746 – KARIBA
Tracey Bruk-Jackson – Harare representative
(contact for donation drop offs etc.) Whats app 0771 567 032
Phone number 0712 205 384
SEE AT BOTTOM OF BELOW FOR DONATION OPTIONS
KAWFT HISTORY
KAWFT was formed on the 2nd July 2010 by a few Kariba residents for the purpose of raising funds and awareness on treating and helping injured or distressed wild life in the Kariba area, mainly injured from wounds caused by snares etc. – Poaching. DARTING/DANGEROUS DRUGS LICENCE
With donations of funds from the concerned public, a local resident was put through a darting course and passed with flying colours which enabled him to have a 5 year DDL/Dangerous Drugs Licence . This reduced the cost and more importantly the time taken to tend to Wild Animals as Kariba does not have a resident Wild life Vet. Our first resident darter did a tremendous amount of amazing work with us on Wildlife during his 5 year licensed time. In February 2016 he again went on the required refresher course, sponsored by KAWFT. Again passing, enabling the renewal of his DDL license. Sadly due to the economic situation that prevails in Zim at this time, he has had to take a job outside Harare but will still avails himself for work on our Wildlife in this area
We then raised funds for another Resident who is very proficient in the bush and in Februay 2017 he also passed the intensive and esteemed Dangerous Drugs Course that is run in Zimbabwe at Malilangwe. DAILY SNARE PATROLS
In conjunction with Parks & Wildlife we began an anti snaring patrol in mid 2011 to combat the ever increasing numbers of animals reported to be carrying snares. The anti snare patrol which includes a ZPAWA Ranger, operates 5 days a week for 6 hours. Hydration packs and tools to carry out their work are issued daily. GPS’s are a very important part of this as info is down loaded daily onto google earth and we now have a very good idea of the hot spots and are able to see where the Patrol team is, down to the last second on their patrols. The first year - 2011 - was horrific and carcasses were found weekly and up to 76 snares found on a daily basis. From mid June 2012 to mid October 2012 a total of 921 snares were recovered. This averages out to 184 snares per month or 10 per day. From June 2012 no carcasses under 4 months old were found
These figures showed a HUGE drop compared to 2011
Over the years, the snares have steadily decreased, proof that the snare patrols are working and worth the effort. AVERAGE SNARES REMOVED PER MONTH -
2015 - 60 snares a month.
2016 – 90 snares a month.
2017 TOTAL 1224 AVERAGE MONTHLY SNARES 102
2018 TOTAL 841 AVERAGE MONTHLY SNARES 70
2019 TOTAL 736 AVERAGE MONTHLY SNARES 61
2020 TOTAL 1972 AVERAGE MONTHLY SNARE 164 (2ND PATROL TEAM ON GROUND)
Compared to 70 odd per DAY when we first began in 2011, by continuous removal of the snares we keep them at a manageable level
This is an extremely positive step forward as we work to keep our Wildlife safe and thriving. This is showing in a definite increase in the amount of wildlife back in the area along with herd, prides etc growing in numbers again. The attitude of people in general has and is changing as respect and concern for our Wildlife and environment grows. Treatment of Wildlife:
Since our inception, we have treated many animals (Hyena, Elephant, Buffalo, Lion, Wild Pig, Zebra etc. even a Mongoose), darting, removing snares and/or administering medication and sadly euthanasia where there was simply no other choice. BUFFALO – ANTELOPE ISLAND
On the 26th May 2011 with Parks & Wildlife help and approval KAWFT began a feeding station on Antelope Island for the small resident buffalo herd that were starving due to fluctuation of water levels. Concentrates and Hay are taken out on a daily basis. ( this is necessary as the baboons,hippo herd and occasional visiting elephant get to eat most of the food if left in large quantities.) 2011 and 2012 saw a few losses due to starvation but this is now in check as the feeding starts in May/June. Feeding continues up to the start of the rainy season. Towards the end of 2015, due to the low water level the Buffalo herd managed to move off the island and put hooves on mainland after over 6 years confinement on the island. This was a happy moment as they need a good change in diet, new blood and a good run !!. We still monitor them and keep a head count
WORKING WITH THE AUTHORITIES
On the 19th February 2013 we signed an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) between KAWFT and Parks and Wild Life Management. This was indeed a big step in working with Parks and Wild Life Management. We work closely with Zim Parks and Zimbabwe Republic Police Minerals Border Control Unit, assisting where we are able, in follow ups on poaching, human wildlife conflict, moving of patrols on land or water and many other areas where assistance is required. There have been great achievements and this has only been possible due to the continued, enormous support in various forms that we receive from the Public and Businesses who fundraise and donate in cash or kind. DONATION PAYMENT OPTIONS
PAYNOW - follow this link below to our ZWL or USD donation accounts
www.paynow.co.zw/kawft
https://www.paynow.co.zw/Payment/MakeBillPayment/1884
ECO CASH MERCHANT NUMBER - ZIMBABWE
Kariba Animal Welfare Fund Trust
241631
ECOCASH MERCHANT SHORTCUT
*151*2*2*241631 #
CABS BANK - DONATION/PAYMENTS:
CABS PAYMENTS: ZWL
CABS KARIBA
ACC NAME – KARIBA ANIMAL WELFARE FUND TRUST
ACC No: 100 265 7636 ZWL
ACC No: 1125266511 NOSTRA USD
CABS FOREIGN CURRENCY ACCOUNT /FCA USD NOSTRA –
for payments from outside Zim.......
USD Bank Details (MT103)
32A CURRENCY USD
32A AMOUNT TRANSFER AMOUNT
50K ORDERING CUSTOMER ACCOUNT NUMBER ,NAME AND PHYSICAL ADDRESS OF REMITTER
54A Receiver's Correspondent (MANDATORY)
Bank Name : BMCE Bank International Madrid
Address : Serrano,59-28006 Madrid Spain
Swift Code : BMCEESMM
IBAN Number : ES6202198601 07 0096601494
56a Intermediary Institution Standard Chartered
57A RECIPIENT’S BANK/ ACCOUNT WITH INSTITUTION
Bank Name : CENTRAL AFRICA BUILDING SOCIETY
Address : Northend close, Northridge Park,
Harare, Zimbabwe
Swift Code : CABSZWHA
59A BENEFICIARY INFORMATION
ACC NO. 1125266511
KARIBA ANIMAL WELFARE FUND TRUST
USD NOSTRA ACCOUNT
70 TRANSFER INFORMATION - DONATION – Name of person donating
These details can be used for both individuals and corporates. FACE BOOK - www.facebook.com/KaribaANimalWelfareFundTrustKariba
WEBSITE -
www.kawft.org
NEEDS LIST
- Funds for drugs/medication for darting and treating injured Wildlife due to Poaching or Human fault. These are an ongoing costly part of the work we do.
- We are in need of replacing our faithful old Toyota Hilux as she is getting on. We are looking to purchase a good, 2nd hand Toyota Hilux, with 4 wheel drive – can be a single or double cab.
- To continue to raise funds to keep going with our daily snare patrols and animal care. Times are very tough for everyone right now and we need the continued generous support of everyone to keep going with the costs – fuel, repairs + maintenance vehicle, tyres
- Build 2 recuperation units – these would be reinforced to accommodate Predators but would also accommodate the likes of Zebra, Pangolin, calf Elephants etc. basically any wounded or saved animal that needs a few days or weeks to recuperate before being released back into the wild.
- Assist the Authorities with more awareness – Create a library of books for both children and adults on Wildlife, conservation and environment care, Posters regarding minimizing conflict, equip the Authorities with 2 Loud hailers / Megaphones to create awareness and warning of when Wildlife is within the Residential areas to mitigate conflict. KIT
DAILY SNARE PATROL TEAMS
5 x Boots,
10 x trousers – jungle green colour
10 x shirts – jungle green colour
5 x hats - – jungle green colour
5 Rain coats – strong - jungle green colour
2 x binoculars,
2 x medium size bolt cutters,
2 x pliers
EQUIPMENT
Chainsaw – with battery charger - for clearing area in the immediate surround of a darted animal
Angle grinder – with battery charger - for removing human litter snares – pipe etc
Camera traps x 4 plus 2 sets of rechargeable batteries for each
Spot lights x 3 – rechargeable
Torches x 5 – + rechargeable batteries 2 per set
Head torches x 5 - + rechargeable batteries 2 per set
Trailer for our Predator traps – when tending to poaching inflicted
wounds
Trailer for our Patrol boat that goes to the islands for snare patrols and
illegal activities
