55. Baby Rhinos | A Conversation with Yolandé van der Merwe of the Rhino Orphanage

In this week’s conversation, we had the absolute pleasure of speaking with  Carer and Head Manager of the Rhino Orphanage, Yolandé van der Merwe. We have been following the Rhino Orphanage since their foundation in 2012, so when we started this podcast they were immediately on our list! 

The story of the Rhino Orphanage is one of great tragedy and great triumph.  It’s a story of the moment you see a life hanging in the balance, and in an instant the course of your life changes. 

This conversation is a testament to the power of love, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to the belief that we must help each other, humans and animals alike and that through action, time, and healing, we can all thrive and one day return to the life we once knew.

Because of the Rhino Orphanage, baby rhinos are brought to a safe place and through the amazing veterinarian and carer teams, are given a second chance. It’s a brutal transition when a baby rhino loses their mother to violence, and is often attacked themselves, but the Rhino team is there to nurture them back to health, both physically and mentally.

The team at the Rhino Orphanage are the Heroes of our time. 

They are the reason rhinos might have a chance.

Deeply grateful for this conversation, and all that you do Yolandé! If you need a coffee or a sammie while you're busy with the babies, text us. 

Lots of Love.

Episode Time Stamps:

Intro: 00:52

Interview: 7:18

TA: 58:58

Show Note Links:

⁠https://therhinoorphanage.org/⁠

⁠https://abcnews.go.com/International/radioactive-material-inserted-rhino-horns-anti-poaching-project/story?id=111467880⁠

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