The Prince of Wales, who has been a long-term advocate for those working in wildlife protection and fronted a series on wildlife rangers last year, spoke about the loss of life in a poignant post online. ‌The events unfolded at the Upemba National Park earlier this week, when the park’s headquarters in Lusinga was attacked by Mayi‑Mayi militia, who also looted equipment and destroyed infrastructure. Prince William has long been vocal about the life-threatening work done by the wildlife rangers. In 2021, the Prince of Wales issued a statement after Africa's oldest national park, the 3,000-square-mile Virunga National Park, was ambushed. Article continues below"Rangers who work tirelessly to protect both the national park and the neighboring communities should be honored not attacked.

Source: Daily Mirror March 06, 2026 15:36 UTC