With the Congolese authorities, we are working to end the illegal trade of chimpanzees in eastern DRC.
Dear All,
I know, I ‘ve remained silent for the last few weeks. Lots of things are currently taking place at JACK and the main event is the construction of two new night enclosures for the growing chimps of our Refuge.
As recently mentionned, our friend arrived from France and works started a few weeks ago thanks only to the woderful contribution of the Sweden Chimpanzee Trust.
Despite the heat (49° C/120° F), “Francky” is working extremely hard together with the welder (Georges) and the bricklayers. Works must be finished before the rainy season begins end of October !!
Francky and Georges
Within a few days, the 13 chimps of JACK’s main group will discover their new quarters and I’m sure it’ll be an immense surprise to them. Even Coco and Mwisho who still are in quarantine will have the opportunity to move and to appreciate new enclosures. I’ll send you the pictures to share these particular moments with all of you !
As to answer to Christine’s question in regard to raising money to pay back Francky’s ticket: yes, we do have an adoption program. But, the collected funds go straight to the orphans only. We can’t use these donations for any other purpose and that’s why we suggested the friends of JACK on Wildlife Direct to help us…
Roxane
Donations made here are
Mar 19th Brigitta S USD 10.00
3 Comments
Wow, it’s really coming along. I can’t wait to hear, and see, the reactions of the chimps in their new quarters. It’s getting so that we don’t recognize the place.
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Hi Roxane! Great news about the new enclosures…I cannot wait to hear how the move goes…good luck and I look forward to see all the new pics!
looks awesome………..can’t wait to see and hear more about it!