Chantal was born in Luxemburg and with her German husband, Stephan, they spent most of their business life-based in Europe. Both have always dreamed of living in South Africa, getting involved in the conservation of endangered species and following their passion for wildlife photography. In 2015 they made Cape Town their home and found Ashia in 2016 as the base of for their conservation initiatives.
ASHIA MANAGER &
ASHIA CHEETAH CONSERVATION DIRECTOR
Marna Smit
Having spent the majority of her working life in wildlife conservation, protection and rehabilitation, Marna is responsible for the day to day management of all operational needs of the established in conjunction with the respective heads of Ashia’s key areas as well as active participation in Ashia’s conservation initiatives.
She also runs the Volunteer Program, both for Ashia and the Cheetah Wilding and Release Program.