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Having just welcomed a herd of elephants, Babanango Game Reserve in the heart of Zululand, northern KZN, is now proud to call itself a Big Five reserve! While its incredible animals and natural space are what attract visitors to this KZN game reserve, the incredible staff are the heartbeat that make it all happen. One such example is the enchanting Mandisa Nzimande, a Zululand-born woman with a passion for the natural world. She has several years of experience in the hospitality industry, working in 5-star lodges, and joining the Babanango Game Reserve in the role of Senior Receptionist before quickly climbing the ladder to her position as Assistant Lodge Manager at Zulu Rock Lodge. Mandisa’s natural charm and infectious energy have seen her welcome many guests, both domestic and international, to this exclusive lodge which features six luxurious free-standing, villa-style suites and one family villa – ideal for a private