Tough times for rescued primates in storm beaten Cameroon

Ape Action Africa rescues orphaned and injured chimpanzees and gorillas and offers them refuge at a sanctuary in Mefou. They are cared for until they are strong and healthy enough to be introduced to others and live together in the forest.

This week tragedy has struck the rescue centre, with storms causing damage to the enclosures and injuring the primates. A large tree damaged the chimp enclosure and the chimps got out. The staff are still searching for 12 of them, but with damaged enclosures to return them to they are in need of quick financial help to fund the repairs. One of the chimpanzees, Bertie, sustained significant injuries, including broken ribs and is in need of medical treatment.

Ape Action Africa have launched an emergency appeal on their Facebook page. If you can help to fund Bertie's treatment and the vital repairs at the sanctuary, please visit their website.

Thank-you.