After the move to our new location there’s of course lots of things still to do; to organise, get things together and to improve. Most important to make a plan for the future: how to move forward from now.

We are happy to tell you all cats are happy and healthy after the big move, which was very 

exciting for them and just as much for their carers. It was a huge responsibility to keep all cats and other animals, as well as the humans, happy and healthy. Such a long-distance relocation can be very stressful. Some cats of course adapted quicker than others, but it is clear to see that it was a wonderful investment in WCW’s future for all.

We now have a true sanctuary, and without any disturbance to the animals from tourists on tours just to create income. As before we don’t offer any interaction with our animals either. We still have a volunteering program (like always, not more than 2 or max 3 volunteers at the same time). Also we very occasionally receive guests who are truly passionate about the sanctuary, our work and the animals.

We are now excited about a new agreement concerning cheetahs which will be moved to our sanctuary sometime in future. That will ensure them the stability and proper care they deserve, with no interference, interaction, or trade and breeding. They will have a permanent home in the most natural conditions. In (near) future we’ll be able to provide more info about this.

So the one thing that hasn’t changed is that we, Wild Cats World, keep doing all that’s in our power to give the best to captive born (wild) cats or rescues from the wild. To provide the best forever home for these cats in need, whether small or big. 

We made it happen after a year of hard work preparing every detail of the huge relocation. A fresh start of the officially registered Wild Cats World Sanctuary at our own new property.

Many long drives started to move all animals and other belongings to Bela Bela, Limpopo. While all animals have settled in nicely already, still more work had to be done and feral cats to be captured and rescued.

On Monday 26 April it was the last drive and so: Mission Complete!

The many enclosures we invested in on the DCP farm, will be used by DCP; new spacy and natural camps were constructed at the new place. The 9 years in the Eastern Cape have come to an end.

Time for a new chapter in the 11 years existence of Wild Cats World.

Wild cats World is a non-profit organisation relying on the generosity of the (wild) cat enthusiasts. By sponsoring/Adopting a cat you will be a great support in the monthly expenses to give this particular cat (at our sanctuary in South Africa) the best life possible.

To sponsor a species is also possible. If you want to make a donation knowing every penny is going to the cats: this is your chance!!!

For each sponsoring/adoption:

• Mention on website/big sponsors on enclosure
• Member of the closed WCW pages on facebook Friends of/WCW leopards
• Monthly newsletter by e-mail
• Certificate by e-mail
• visit to WCW
• Various other sponsor options possible.

Write to info@wildcatsmagazine.nl for more info.

13-02-2021: Another four leopards were taken on a long one way trip to their forever home at the new WCW sanctuary. The team made sure they were well prepared for the long trip of at least 13 hours. Three farmcats went along and some materials. The planning was to also transport servals on this trip but sadly the export permit on the Eastern Cape side did take too long.

We still have many more relocations to go. WCW is making dreams come true!!!!

The African wildcats who were relocated two weeks ago took their first steps in their new outside area, and they love it!!

We relocated our ambassador cats to the new ‘Official Wild Cats World Sanctuary’!

The first few months of this year we will be very busy relocating ambassador wild cats to the new sanctuary in Bela Bela. It is a long drive of 13 hours from the Eastern Cape to Limpopo Province. That requires lots of organising and it takes a lot of time to move everything down there.

At the new sanctuary, which will also function as the one and only Leopard Sanctuary, lots more natural space can be offered to all the cats, big and small. Our main goal remains to give them the very best of what’s in our power. Our own property with the possibility to keep on expanding is one of the reasons for the big move. Also, to give the animals a forever home. So, hopefully, this relocation will be the very last move for them!

It will be easier to live up to our mission and standards for the sanctuary:

• No Exploitation
• No Trade
• No exhibition
• No interference by humans (apart from the daily care/enrichment)
• A forever home with the best care in every way.

See the videos at the end of this article.

So far, four leopards and five African wildcats have been relocated. And in the following weeks more to come! All have settled in nicely and do enjoy the nice and quietness of their new natural habitat.

Limited volunteering program

Carefully selected volunteers

Mission:

• Rehabilitation of small wildlife
• Caracal and leopard projects: helping/supporting neighbouring farms to relocate caracals, leopards or any other cats (and jackals) from their farm to a more suitable place.
• No shooting! No gin traps! No wires!

We’ll keep you updated!

Sanctuary videos