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Queen Camilla Joins Traditional Dance, Feeds Orphaned Elephants on State Visit to Kenya

During the four-day East African tour, Queen Camilla, an avid animal lover, is swept into traditional Maasai festivities and visits the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage to feed a baby elephant named Mzinga, as part of seven events planned to highlight Kenya's wildlife and efforts against the illegal ivory trade.

Overview

  • Queen Camilla participated in traditional Maasai dance during her visit to Kenya, highlighting the local culture and embracing traditional festivities.
  • As a known animal-lover, Camilla paid a visit to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage, feeding a baby elephant named Mzinga and graciously interacting with other wildlife.
  • Camilla and her husband, King Charles, were informed about the effective strategies employed by the Trust such as using mud to protect elephants from insects and sun, and how they help elephants form a herd when released back into the wild.
  • The royal visit included a journey to Nairobi National Park where they witnessed the park's ivory burning site, in line with their dedication to stand against illegal ivory trade, an issue supported by both Charles and Camilla.
  • Further accentuating her affection for animals, Queen Camilla also visited the Brooke Donkey Sanctuary, where she found respite among horses, donkeys, and mules, aligning with her presidency of an equine welfare charity.