Minister Dion George Celebrates Oscar-nominated 'the Last Ranger' For Raising Awareness On Rhino Poaching

The wildlife conservation short film 'The Last Ranger' has been nominated for an Oscar , marking a significant achievement for the South African film industry.

The film has been nominated in the Best Live Action Short Film category at the prestigious awards ceremony.

Last year, The Last Ranger bagged several trophies at various international festivals.

It won the award for Best Short Narrative at the Pan African Film Festival PAF, Audience Choice at the American Conservation Film Festival and the Clover and Maggie Award at the 48th Cleveland International Film Festival CIFF.

Set against the backdrop of the Amakhala Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape, The Last Ranger tells the story of a young Xhosa girl, Litha Liyabona Mroqoza, who works with female game ranger, Khuselwa Avumile Qongqo, to combat rhino poaching.