‘Raw’ rhino story screened in East

Award-winning South African documentary Stroop – A Journey

into the Rhino Horn War has been broadcast on prime time television in Hong Kong, a major global wildlife trafficking hub.

Stroop producer and presenter Bonne de Bod, who was in the Eastern Cape recently for the film’s premiere in Port Elizabeth, said on Friday it was exciting and significant news.

“Filming in parts of Asia was very risky as all forms of media there are controlled by the Communist party. So having the film shown by the Hong Kong public broadcaster is a huge step forward.

“The demand for rhino horn is massive and awareness and education are key. Stroop is the real, raw rhino story, so I have no doubt that this screening impacted many and will bring about changed mindsets and perceptions,” De Bod said.

The Hong Kong judiciary also screened Stroop at a major enforcement workshop recently.

I have no doubt that this screening impacted many