With your invaluable support, the Zambezi Working Donkey Project (ZWDP) are creating a better future for all donkeys in Zambia. The veterinary team reached 193 donkeys last month, while their harness-making program led to 17 cruel ox yokes being replaced with humane harnesses. These ensure donkeys experience less pain and injuries while working, and greatly improve their welfare.

At our partner sanctuary run by Lake Zone Animal Welfare Organization (LAZAWO), rescued donkeys receive all the gentle care, dignity and respect they deserve. Last month, they rescued three more donkeys in dire need. Thanks to your invaluable support, we are transforming the lives of these special donkeys.

Our partner group in Tanzania, Lake Zone Animal Welfare Organization (LAZAWO), provided 456 donkeys with essential veterinary care last month. They particularly focus on vulnerable donkeys working in the gold mines of Geita. Through their educational programs, LAZAWO are also creating long-term change for donkeys by improving community behaviours and attitudes around animal welfare.

In South Africa, the dedicated team at Blind Love are continuing to transform the lives of working equines through nurturing care, dignity and better welfare. During July, they provided veterinary care and treatment for 71 horses and 54 donkeys. They also participated in a special community event, which helped to celebrate donkeys!

The Blue Cross of India (BCI) in Chennai cares for vulnerable working animals who have been injured, abandoned, or are seriously unwell. Due to your compassionate support, the veterinary team ensures these animals can recover and experience a good quality of life again.

Our partner group, Animal Care in Egypt (ACE), treated over 2,000 working equines during July. This included horses and donkeys with various medical issues - such as colic and lameness - along with 53 animals admitted to their hospital for more intensive care.

See how your kind donations are helping to alleviate suffering for equines in Egypt:

In Bangalore, India, Compassion Unlimited Plus Action (CUPA), supported by Animal Aid Abroad, is caring for more than 120 rescued working animals at their sanctuary. With your support, four more animals were rescued this quarter, including two ponies from an abusive situation and a mare with her foal following a severe accident.

In June, Namigni Animal Sanctuary, supported by Animal Aid Abroad, extended its outreach into isolated rural regions of Cundinamarca, Colombia. Despite challenging conditions, 34 horses and mules received vital veterinary care, marking an important step in improving welfare for working equids in underserved communities.

In June, the Camel Rescue Centre (CRC) in Bassi, India, supported by Animal Aid Abroad, treated 310 camels and provided veterinary care for 403 other animals including horses, goats, dogs, cows and sheep. Their work is transforming suffering into relief and dignity for working animals across the region.

At the Hope Complex in Israel, Starting Over, supported by Animal Aid Abroad, is caring for 61 rescued donkeys. In June, three jennies gave birth to healthy foals, marking a joyful milestone in the sanctuary’s mission to provide safety, rehabilitation, and dignity for animals once neglected or abused.