Kruger National Park Rhino Poaching
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Rhino poaching fell 16% in 2025 but Kruger Park saw a sharp increase
Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park in KwaZulu-Natal reported a dramatic decline, with losses falling from 198 rhinos in 2024 to 63 in 2025
Rhino poaching decreases by 15% – but 420 still killed
The environment minister said increased poaching in Kruger National Park was of great concern