Meet the Team

Christo Joubert is the founder of Chivic African Safaris. He began his professional hunting career in 1996, and has had his Big 5 license for years. Christo's knowledge and respect for animals is unmatched throughout South Africa. Christo’s true passion is cape buffalo hunting and sharing those experiences with others. His most important goal is to always give his clients a truly exceptional experience with memories that will last a lifetime.
 
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Karen Joubert is Christo’s daughter and co-owner of Chivic African Safaris. She is also the General Manager, who handles all of the administrative responsibilities.  In addition to all of her other responsibilities, Karen is also an incredible tour guide as well. Karen has a degree in Game Farm Management and is a member of the Field Guide Association of South Africa. Karen’s not-so secret in life is her compassion for animals, and she loves nothing more than showing Africa’s beauty to others.

Jim Hensley joined the Chivic team to provide a contact within the United States. Jim has traveled to Africa many times and has deep knowledge of the travel requirements as well as all the wonderful things Africa has to offer. Jim is always eager to answer your questions, help you with planning your trip, or simply to just talk about Africa.   Jim lives in Mequon, Wisconsin and works as a detective in the Homicide Unit of the Milwaukee Police Department.