Current Affairs - International - Discussion

The Rhisotope Project, launched in 2021, aims to combat rhinoceros poaching in South Africa by enhancing the detectability of rhino horns at international borders. Scientists inserted radioactive chips into the horns of rhinos, making them identifiable by radiation sensors without harming the animals or the environment. This innovative approach addresses the severe poaching crisis in South Africa, where rhino horns are illegally trafficked due to demand primarily from Asian markets for traditional medicinal purposes.