It is our mission through the creation of HERD (Hoedspruit Elephant Rehabilitation and Development), to care for and rehabilitate orphaned elephants, to give them a new family, and a second chance of life with another herd. The orphanage lies adjacent to the Jabulani Herd stables on the Kapama Private Game Reserve, which allows us to assess and integrate each baby elephant into the herd according to their individual emotional needs. The journey of the Jabulani herd has transformed organically and beautifully over the years, since the rehabilitation of young Jabulani and the greater herd of rescued elephants from Zimbabwe. It has evolved, through hard work, dedication and a cohesive vision, into one of South Africa’s greatest conservation success stories; a story that continues to evolve with the successful integration of orphaned elephants into this unique and accepting herd. “Every elephant needs a herd...” - A phrase that defines what we do and why we have consistently worked, together with Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (HESC), to care for and unite elephants in need. It is also a genuine truth of elephant life, part of what makes elephants such a unique and profound species. The strength of their family bonds and social dynamics is vital to their wellbeing and survival as individuals and as a species.