05/02/2026
SAD NEWS!!!!!
โMakumba has passed away after a deadly fight with a lone male who was trying to overthrow him from his group.
Makumba was a great family guy who valued and protected his family. He was over 45 years old, and during his long lifetime, he fathered at least 18 children with six different females. I recall a few years ago, one of his wives, Malui, gave birth to twin brothers, a truly rare event in gorilla families. Rest in peace, Makumba. I take solace in knowing that you were living freely and wild in your natural habitat, and may you roam forever amongst all those who have crossed the rainbow bridgeโ Jo Mburu.