Charley the Elephant Finds New Freedom at Shambala Private Game Reserve After 40 Years in Captivity
After enduring nearly 40 years of captivity, Charley the 42-year-old African elephant is finally embarking on a new journey toward freedom. Charley’s remarkable transition from a life of confinement to a natural habitat was made possible through the collaborative efforts of FOUR PAWS, the EMS Foundation, and the Shambala Private Game Reserve. Charley’s Journey: From Captivity to Shambala Private Game Reserve Charley’s story began in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe, where he was captured as a young elephant along with nine