Wildlife Conservation South Africa Project #44171

Big Move for Cheetah Experience!!

by ZA Cheetah Conservation

Project Report | May 4, 2026
A Lifetime's mission: finding a forever wild home for the "four boys of Ayla"

By Riana van Nieuwenhuizen | Founder

Riot

For 20 years, Riana van Nieuwenhuizen has dedicated every breath, every heartbeat, and every resource to the conservation of Africa's most vulneravble predators. Now, we are standing at a crossroads for four very special brothers,the boys of Ayla.

The Vision: These four brothers are just over a year old-full of energy, strength, and a powerfull "brotherly bond" that makes them a formidable coalition. To give them the best life possible, they are being raised to be as wild as nature intended. They receive large, natural meals and minimal human interference to ensure their instincts remain sharp.

The Dream vs. The Reality: Our greatest wish is to see these boys roam free on our own land, where Riana can monitor them and finally have the peace of mind that comes from seeing her life's work come full circle. However, our current farm is simply too small to sustain a coalition of four growing cheetahs in a truly wild state.

We are looking for a "kind Soul": We are reaching out to the world to find the perfect solution. We are looking for a partner, a landowner, or a benefactor who has the space and the vision to help us make this dream a reality.

The Goal: A large, protected reserve or premises where the boys can be released and monitored.
The Legacy: A place where Riana's 20-year commitment to Cheetah Expertience is honored by giving these boys the freedom they deserve.
The Impact: Your "yes" would be the final piece of a puzzle decades in the making.

We aren't just looking for land; we are looking for a sanctuary where their brotherhood can thrive forever.

Can you Help us turn "maybe one day" into "today"?

If you have information, leads or the means to help provide these boys with the wild future they were born for, please reach out to us directly via DM or info@cheetahexperience.com

Please SHARE, the right person is out there-we just need to find them.

Ramnes

Ryu

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Meet our fantastic four

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Stay ontrack

By Riana van Nieuwenhuizen | Founder

Aug 29, 2025
Walls Go Up, Hope Grows Strong

By Gerbie Mir | Chief Operating Officer

The Walls Go Up as Hope Rises

We’re thrilled to announce that construction on the Shealy Clinic has officially begun!

With the help of talented interior design student Mia, the initial plans and visual concepts for the clinic were thoughtfully drafted, bringing our vision one step closer to reality. While some final touches may still be refined in the coming weeks, the foundations are firmly in place and the walls have already begun to rise.

It’s a proud moment for us all as we watch this space grow into a vital hub of care and healing for our animals.

But this clinic is more than bricks and mortar. It’s a promise. A promise to every creature that finds refuge here, that their wellbeing matters. That their pain will be met with compassion, their recovery with expertise, and their future with hope.

The clinic will serve as a dedicated space for medical treatment, rehabilitation, and quiet recovery. It will allow our veterinary team to work with greater precision and comfort, and give our animals the calm, clean environment they deserve during their most vulnerable moments.

How You Can Help

As the walls rise, so does our need for support. To bring this clinic to life, we are inviting sponsors and donors to help us equip it with the essentials that will make a real difference:

Clinic equipment for diagnostics, treatment, and daily care
Medicines and medical supplies to ensure every animal receives the care they need
An X-ray machine to improve our ability to diagnose and treat injuries
Office furniture to support our veterinary and administrative teams
Theatre furniture for surgical procedures and emergency interventions

Every contribution, big or small, helps us build not just a clinic but a sanctuary of healing.

We are deeply grateful to every supporter who has helped make this dream a reality so far. Your belief in our mission is now etched into every beam and brick. And with your continued support, we will soon open the doors to a space where hope and healing walk hand in paw.

If you or your organization would like to be part of this legacy, please reach out. Together we can build something extraordinary.

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Cheetah_Experience_Veterinary_Clinic.pdf (PDF)

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