Aerial surveillance provides a vital advantage in monitoring vast and remote areas of the Greater Kruger. Through coordinated flight hours, GKEPF supports management authorities in tracking incursions, monitoring wildlife movements, and improving rapid response capability.

Unmanned aerial systems strengthen operational awareness by expanding visibility and improving reaction times. GKEPF assists partners in deploying and integrating drone support for monitoring, deterrence, and investigation.

GKEPF assists member reserves with data collection, reporting and analytics to combat illegal wildlife trade and support recovery efforts.

From snaring to poisoning, wildlife crime continues to threaten biodiversity and livelihoods. GKEPF assists member reserves with collection and coordination of responses.

Building strong cases requires close collaboration between field rangers, investigators, and the legal system. GKEPF facilitates workshops and engagement sessions with prosecutors and investigators to strengthen the chain of custody and ensure wildlife crime cases reach conviction.

GKEPF collaborates with Kruger National Park to strengthen coordinated protection along shared boundaries. Joint operations, information sharing, and technical assistance help align efforts and improve collective security across the Greater Kruger landscape.

GKEPF supports coordinated upgrades and maintenance of the Manyeleti fence to enhance boundary integrity and strengthen community involvement along the western boundary of the Greater Kruger including assistance with training and deployment of locally based fence monitors to reduce incursions, mitigate human–wildlife conflict, and create employment opportunities that link community well-being with conservation security.