Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Game Reserve Owner Killed By Elephant in South Africa
FC Conradie, the owner of a South African game reserve, was tragically killed by an elephant.
He was trying to move a group of elephants away from the tourist lodges when a bull elephant attacked him.
Despite the efforts of nearby rangers, Conradie died at the scene.
He was a successful businessman who loved animals, especially elephants.
This incident raised concerns about safety on game reserves, especially since it's the second such death at the reserve in a short time.
The reserve is a popular destination for tourists, and was fully booked at the time of the attack.
The authorities are investigating the incident.
FC Conradie, owner of Gondwana Private Game Reserve, was killed by an elephant.
The incident occurred while Conradie was guiding elephants away from tourist lodges.
The elephant reportedly gored and trampled Conradie after he attempted to guide it.
Conradie was a multi-millionaire and owner of the Caylix Group sports management company.
This marks the second fatal elephant attack at the reserve in just over a year.
- Who
- FC Conradie, owner of Gondwana Private Game Reserve.
- What
- FC Conradie was killed by an elephant.
- When
- The incident occurred on July 22 at 8 AM.
- Where
- Gondwana Private Game Reserve in South Africa.
- Why
- The elephant attacked Conradie while he was guiding them away from tourist lodges; the exact cause is not yet known.
Safety Concerns
Not Applicable
Game Reserve Safety
Safety Concerns
Experts emphasize the need for extreme caution around elephants.
Not Applicable
Not applicable.
- Victim
- FC Conradie
- Occupation
- Owner of Gondwana Private Game Reserve, CEO of Caylix Group
- Location
- Gondwana Private Game Reserve, South Africa
- Date
- July 22, 2025
- Cause of Death
- Trampled by elephant
- Reserve Status
- Fully booked at time of incident