Technical and logistical delivery was streamlined through a partnership with ZimTriathlon. This platform allowed ZAMSOC to stimulate conversation about Human-Elephant Co-existence within Zimbabwe’s urban population and bridge the gap between urban awareness and frontline efforts to mitigate human-wildlife conflict.
This year’s Harare event was held a week before the Saving The Elephants 10 km Run which takes place annually in Central Park, New York City. Elephant lovers and well-wishers accompanied by their families and dogs turned up in numbers at both events to show their support for elephant conservation. However, while those in Harare were enjoying the warm spring sunshine of Southern Africa (see images above), the New York supporters (pictured below) came out in winter temperatures that were considerably more bracing! – Zambezi Society Bulletin – December 2025