The only challenge raised during these negotiations was the presence of predator catch cages on his property. After constructive discussions, an important compromise was reached: the cages would remain in place, but any captured predators, such as brown hyenas, leopards, or cheetahs, would be released safely into Gondwana Canyon Park, away from farming activities. 

The capture and release of this female hyena is the first practical demonstration of that agreement in action. Instead of facing certain death, as is too often the fate of predators caught near farmlands, she was successfully relocated deeper into the park, where she can continue to play her critical ecological role.

This collaboration highlights the value of partnerships between conservation areas and neighbouring farmers. By finding shared solutions, we not only reduce conflict but also ensure the survival of key species. What could have been another unnecessary loss to Namibia’s predator population became a conservation success, strengthening both Gondwana Canyon Park’s mission and our relationship with surrounding landowners.