Chipembele's mother was shot in the leg, almost certainly by poachers.  He was found by her side, as she suffered, her milk almost dried up.  Chipembele was rescued, but unfortunately, his mother could not be saved.  Little Ndaba's brave Chipembele bears a red love heart on his front leg which represents where his mother was fatally wounded. 
 
The Little Ndaba Orphaned Elephant collection have been carefully hand made by women in Zambia.  Your purchase contributes to their empowerment and ability to take care of themselves and their children.