Prince William has joined the global chorus of condemnation over the senseless killing of park ranger and head of services at Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Anton Mzimba.
The prince, who had personally met with Mzimba last year, has demanded that ‘justice’ be served for the popular wildlife activist who had dedicated 25 years of his life to fighting rhino poachers at Timbavati.
Mzimba was shot and killed on Tuesday outside of his home, not much more is known at this stage.
Helping Rhinos posted a tribute to the respected ranger saying, “Head of Ranger at Timbavati, Anton Mzimba, was shot and killed outside of his home last night. This follows recent death threats and highlights the daily threat facing Rangers. Our deepest condolences to Anton’s loved ones and co-workers at this difficult time.
Head of Ranger at Timbavati, Anton Mzimba, was shot and killed outside of his home last night. This follows recent death threats and highlights the daily threat facing Rangers.
— Helping Rhinos ???? (@HelpingRhinos) July 27, 2022
Our deepest condolences to Anton’s loved ones and co-workers at this difficult time pic.twitter.com/fRayloiFjB
Prince William's post read, “I’m deeply saddened to learn of the killing of Anton Mzimba who I spoke to in November. Committed and brave, rangers like Anton are central to the conservation of Africa’s fantastic wildlife. Those responsible must swiftly be brought to justice. My thoughts are with his family. W"
I’m deeply saddened to learn of the killing of Anton Mzimba who I spoke to in November. Committed and brave, rangers like Anton are central to the conservation of Africa’s fantastic wildlife. Those responsible must swiftly be brought to justice. My thoughts are with his family. W
— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) July 27, 2022
May you rest in peace Anton Mzimba.
