Behind every ivory trinket made and sold is a trail of human suffering and exploitation in Africa.
![Trade is linked to the exploitation of vulnerable communities in Africa and Asia, write Costra and Hall [AFP]](/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/2014111802258819734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)

Aaron Hall is an East Africa based Independent Consultant and Advisor to Elephant Action League/WildLeaks.
Behind every ivory trinket made and sold is a trail of human suffering and exploitation in Africa.
![Trade is linked to the exploitation of vulnerable communities in Africa and Asia, write Costra and Hall [AFP]](/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/2014111802258819734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)