The savannah was parched under the relentless sun, and water holes were disappearing fast. Mkuva, the matriarch of her elephant herd, stood tall, her massive ears flapping gently to cool herself. At over 50 years old, she carried the wisdom of a lifetime. When the younger elephants trumpeted their thirst, Mkuva remembered a water source her mother had shown her decades ago.
Leading her herd across treacherous terrain, Mkuva navigated by landmarks—an ancient baobab tree, a rocky outcrop shaped like an elephant’s tusk. The journey was long and grueling, with the younger calves struggling to keep up. Along the way, the herd encountered challenges: a lion pride near a dried riverbed and a treacherous gorge. Mkuva guided them with patience, often using her trunk to lift calves or knock down thorny bushes in their path.
Finally, as dusk fell, they reached the hidden oasis. The elephants rejoiced, splashing in the cool waters and trumpeting their gratitude to Mkuva. Her memory and leadership had not only saved their lives but also reminded the herd of the enduring bonds of family.
