Cango Chronicles

We are thrilled to share that our Squirrel Monkeys are now officially on display in their purpose-built habitat, Saimiri Ruins, marking the culmination of a journey that has been years in the making. Early on the morning of Tuesday, 22 December, the radio call finally came through: “Attention all stations, attention all stations. We will now move the Squirrel Monkeys to their new habitat.”

Earlier this week, we quietly opened the doors to something new at Cango Wildlife. Tucked away from the bustle of pathways and enclosures, The Explorium is a small space with a big purpose. It is a place to pause, reflect, and connect more deeply with who we are and why we do what we do.

Over the past month, births, rescues, rehabilitation efforts and on-site projects have brought renewed life and purpose to Cango Wildlife, making this festive season a powerful reminder that the most meaningful celebrations are often marked by new life and second chances. A baby boom has swept through the facility, and as Christmas has passed and the year draws to a close, these arrivals stand as a symbol of hope, care and continuity...

As you enter the Jaws, there is a sense that something has shifted. The familiar bones still frame the pathway, but beyond them, the facility feels lighter, more open, more intentional. Over the past three months, Cango Wildlife has been quietly transforming. Not through one single project, but through many layered changes, each shaped by purpose, care, and a long term vision for how people experience this place.

Two travellers and their rescue dogs arrived in a truck the size of a tiny home. A day later, they were in our kitchens, spending time with our animals and sharing an unforgettable eye to eye moment with Jason the Nile Crocodile. Meet Susi and Kim. For most of their adult lives, their story looked familiar. Susi ran a large veterinary practice. She managed a team, handled emergencies and often slept four...

Jade and Levinia met in the most unexpected way. Both attended the same church - he played the organ, and she was trying to leave early, and found her car blocked in by his. While he played, she waited. When she finally drove off, neither imagined that moment would change their lives.

Wild Animal Volunteers arrive with purpose. Their days begin with structure and intention as they join the team for morning duties. They help prepare specialised diets, assist with habitat care, support Animal Caregivers, and take part in the routines that keep our facility running smoothly. Every task is practical. Every action matters. Each moment contributes directly to animal welfare.

A young pangolin is alive today because a chain of people acted fast, paid attention and refused to look away. Her rescue, which took place recently near Beaufort West, shines a light on a growing crisis in South Africa and across the world: wildlife trafficking and the illegal pet trade. During a routine roadblock, SAPS officers searched a vehicle and found her hidden in a box in the boot. She had been...

Dana Bay, 100km from Oudtshoorn, is a treasured coastal village and conservancy located near Mossel Bay in the Garden Route. Its sweeping white beaches, rich coastal fynbos and abundant wildlife make it a place of rare beauty. Southern Right Whales pass by in season, dolphins play in the surf and bushbuck, and tortoises move quietly through the fynbos. It is a landscape boasting life behind every leaf and stone.

On 28 November, Cango Wildlife will launch its annual Black Friday Special, a once-a-year opportunity for supporters, families, and local visitors to secure an Annual Membership at 50 percent off. The offer is available for one day only and is designed to make regular visits more accessible to everyone who values wildlife, education, and ethical conservation.