Mankwe hosted, The University of Durham, The University of Gloucestershire, The University of Brighton, Nottingham Tent University, Lincoln University, South Staffordshire College, North Shropshire College, Hartpury College, Hadlow College, Derby College and Otley college

In a fenced reserve it is essential to introduce new genes into the existing herds.

Askari and Surabi along with 7 young bulls were released on to the reserve in order to bring new blood on to the reserve to ensure a healthy gene pool.