The Uganda Wildlife Authority has taken over the security of Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola District following protracted ownership and land wrangles between Rhino Fund Uganda, a non-government organisation that manages the property and Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranches, the owners of the 16,000-acre land.
Rhinos face a big threat from poachers following the renewed demand and illegal market for rhino horns in Eastern Asia mainly for medicinal purposes and as a status symbol.
