28/05/2026
Bush clearing has begun at Izintaba, an important habitat management initiative that will help restore the balance of the ecosystem.
Over time, bush encroachment by Terminalia trees and other woody plants has significantly reduced the reserve's carrying capacity.
As dense thickets spread, they outcompete grasses for sunlight, water, and nutrients, leaving less grazing available for herbivores and reducing habitat diversity.
The goal of the clearing programme is to open up heavily encroached areas, allowing nutritious grasses to return and creating the open grasslands that many species depend on. Healthy grasslands support a greater abundance of wildlife, improve ecosystem function, and increase the productivity of the reserve.
The response from the animals has been remarkable. Within just 24 hours of clearing, wildlife were already moving into and enjoying the newly opened spaces.
Conservation is not only about protecting animals. It is also about managing habitats to ensure ecosystems remain healthy, resilient, and able to support wildlife for generations to come.
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