Rita miljo biography
Rita miljo biography
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'Mama Imfene'
'Mother of baboons'
Rita Miljo
German born, Rita Miljo, known as "Mama Imfene" which translate to "Mother of Baboons" was a pioneer in rehabilitating baboons and releasing them. With releasing her first troop of rehabilitated baboons in we believe she is the first person in the world to form a troop of orphaned social primates, raise them and release them.
Rita's passion was baboons and she was tough, determined and outspoken for her cause. Locally, some regarded Rita as an irritant; working for a species that so many despise, but globally her work is revered, and she is appreciated immensely for her contribution to conservation and animal advocacy.
Continuing the legacy of Rita Miljo
C.A.R.E.'s founder, Rita Miljo () was a true hero for the baboons of South Africa, dubbed, the Diane Fossey of the baboon world.
Her reputation was that of a fiery, passionate, determined and strong woman, and f