Recognise this Jumbo? That’s because it now stands in front of the departures terminal at Cape Town International Airport as a graceful reminder of our African heritage. You may even have been privileged to witness an unusual sight when this giant bronze beauty was transported to the airport on the back of a truck. The sculpture was created by distinguished artist Jean Doyle who is well known for her sculpture of Just Nuisance in Simon’s Town and more recently for her bronze portrayal of Nelson Mandela.
Not only does the elephant sculpture contribute to the aesthetics of the airport, it will also be used to help raise funds for the Out of Africa Children’s fund. Members of the public can drop their donations into the tree stump collection box next to the elephant. In addition, the elephant, worth more than R4 million will be auctioned at the end of the year and the funds raised will go to charity.
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