Peter and Simon talk about the spike in poaching in South Africa and how the problem is spreading across the country. Isn’t it time we put divisive arguments of trade or no trade aside for us to focus on the triage, the immediate urgency to collaborate and halt the poaching before there is nothing left to trade? And how will long term strategies include the empowerment of indigenous people? Authentic socio-economic transformation must be central to Africa’s future. 5 orphans in 3 weeks. The consequences of this spike in poaching is resulting in huge pressure on already strained sanctuaries. The Shannon Elizabeth Foundation has joined forces with Care For Wild to raise funds for these destitute orphans. Please consider giving the gift of saving a life by supporting our fund on behalf of your loved ones. Is media hysteria around poaching accurate or even helpful? And have polar bears evolved to use tools?