The iconic Crocworld Conservation Centre in the coastal town of Scottburgh is an all-year-round escape for memorable family outings and adventures. With its blend of incredible wildlife, serene coastal beauty and family-friendly events and attractions, one visit is never enough. That’s why Crocworld is offering an affordable annual membership package, with even more benefits announced…
Category: CONSERVATION
It is reported that, globally, one pangolin is poached every three minutes either for illegal bushmeat use or to supply scales to the Asian market. In early February this year, China submitted a Pangolin Conservation In China proposal to the 78th Meeting of the UN CITES Standing Committee, outlining its intention to reduce the use…
Join De Hoop Collection, Morukuru Family Beach Lodge and CapeNature at De Hoop Nature Reserve for the Pristine Preservation Beach Clean-Up Weekend from 16 May to 18 May 2025 and engage in meaningful environmental work that will make a difference. There’s always so much to see and do at the world renowned De Hoop Nature…
The African penguin is in crisis, recently listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List and potentially facing functional extinction by 2035. The role the Two Oceans Aquarium can play in this urgent crisis is to do what it does best: create awareness and opportunities for education. The Two Oceans Aquarium has been working…
The Western Soutpansberg Nature Reserve (WSNR), covering 14 properties (eight landowners) and spanning over 11 607 hectares of critical biodiversity, was officially declared on 17 January 2025. The Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) drove the formation of the WSNR, and this brand-new reserve in the Soutpansberg encompasses a Centre of Endemism, a recognised Key Biodiversity Area,…
Calling all change-makers! Africa Travel Week (ATW) is urging responsible tourism businesses to enter the WTM Africa Responsible Tourism Awards. The deadline for submissions is 19 March 2025. “These annual awards celebrate exceptional efforts driving tourism as a force for good,” says Megan de Jager, portfolio director for RX Africa, organiser of ATW. “They’re our…
The new Onguma Trails Camp launches on 1 April 2025. This intimate, eco-friendly glamp-camp offers a two-night walking trail experience that can be extended to three nights – delivering a perfect balance of adventure and Onguma-style comfort. The experience With just four en-suite glamping bell tents, the camp accommodates a maximum of eight guests. Each…
The Wilderness Trust has launched the inaugural Wilderness Impact Challenge, an innovative initiative aimed at advancing wildlife conservation and rural development. With a US$100 000 prize to help bring the winning idea to life, this inspiring challenge builds on Wilderness’ long-standing commitment to conserving Africa’s rich biodiversity, while addressing the urgent need for creative solutions…
Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, has forged a unique partnership with the Thanda Group for the introduction of two new iconic destinations: Jumeirah Thanda Island in Tanzania, and Jumeirah Thanda Safari in South Africa. Situated in the protected Shungimbili Island Marine Reserve in Tanzania, Jumeirah Thanda Island…
Recently, at the JETOUR Global Travel+ Conference 2024 in Fuzhou, JETOUR emphasised the importance of wildlife conservation and reaffirmed its strong commitment to the pursuit of “Travel as ESG [environmental, social & governance] Practices”. After releasing a teaser of Discovery’s documentary Return of the Cheetah, JETOUR invited the documentary’s protagonist Hazen Audel, a renowned biologist…
Are you ready for a safari experience that’s as wild as your uncle’s dancing at a family wedding? Well, 30 plus years ago, Ngepi Camp sprouted like a water lily in the Okavango Delta panhandle’s remote corners, nestled in Namibia’s Caprivi Strip. The masterminds behind it had an epiphany: make people fall head over heels…
Tswalu Kalahari Reserve has been awarded Global Ecosphere Retreat (GER) status by The Long Run, achieving the organisation’s most advanced sustainability standard. Since becoming a fellow member of The Long Run in 2020, Tswalu has been dedicated to accelerating its positive impact and its commitment to sustainability best practices. Following the exciting announcement at The…
Vergelegen Wine Estate, long renowned for its commitment to protecting history and heritage, has officially been recognised for its innovation, too. The 324-year-old Somerset West estate scooped the Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences award in the 2025 Best Of Wine Tourism and Wine Tourism Ambassador Awards. Initiated by Great Wine Capitals 26 years ago, the Best…
The African penguin, with its distinctive black-and-white plumage, is a cherished symbol of South Africa’s unique coastal ecosystem and an iconic attraction for both locals and tourists alike. Yet, the species – known for its playfulness and social bonds – has already lost 97% of its population and could be extinct in the wild by…
The Bottelary Hills Renosterveld Conservancy (BHRC), nestled in the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom World Heritage Site, will be showcasing its natural beauty during Garden Town Stellenbosch 2024. The Cape Floral Kingdom, known for being the smallest and most diverse botanical kingdom globally, features over 8 600 plant species, of which 5 800 are…
At Mont Eco Game Reserve, our vision is to restore the rich biodiversity that once flourished in this region, encompassing both its plant life and the wildlife that once roamed freely. Every new species we reintroduce brings us one step closer to that goal. We are excited to announce the latest addition to our wildlife…
To secure a future for rhinos, we must educate the next generation on rhino conservation, including challenging yet necessary measures like dehorning. Timothy Isabirye, marketing manager of Husqvarna South Africa, says: “This is a view shared by Husqvarna South Africa. The company has contributed to dehorning initiatives for several years, as we recognise it as…
Tswalu Kalahari Reserve has achieved remarkable recognition by securing top rankings in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards for 2024. The property has been named the #2 Resort in South Africa in the United States edition, and the #4 Resort in South Africa in the United Kingdom edition. These accolades follow an exceptional…
Every brand has its seasons and moments to reassess its market appeal. Over the past few months, La Petite Ferme has embarked on this journey with Baboon Rock, its playful and creative label. The wine estate’s goal is to blend curiosity with a touch of modern sophistication, while maintaining the heritage for which La Petite…
The Eco-Logic Awards 2024 has announced the finalists for the highly anticipated awards event that will take place on 30 October at the Two Oceans Aquarium, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town. Highlighting some of South Africa’s most innovative and impactful eco-champions, these awards – now in their 13th year – celebrate individuals, organisations, products and services…
World Rivers Day, celebrated this year on 22 September 2024, is a global event that underscores the importance of rivers and their conservation. Rivers are essential to ecosystems, biodiversity, human life and economic activities. They provide fresh water, which is vital for drinking, agriculture, industry and energy – making them indispensable to life on Earth.…
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI), together with South African National Parks (SANParks), celebrated the completion of the Richtersveld Desert Botanical Garden at Sendelingsdrif in the Richtersveld National Park, on 20 August 2024. The botanical garden was established through a partnership between SANBI and SANParks, in terms of which a management plan for the…
On 8 September 2024, South African National Parks (SANParks) will host a celebratory event at Marakele National Park (pictured) to kickstart the 19th annual SA National Parks Week, which will be held from 9 to 13 September 2024 and extended to 14 and 15 September at selected national parks. During this period, free access is…
Marine protected areas (MPAs) are the ‘nature reserves’ of the sea, conserving marine biodiversity to protect threatened species and ocean health. South Africa is home to some 41 MPAs that play a vital role in ocean conservation, although currently only 5% of the country’s ocean space is protected by these vital areas. In celebration of…
Bushwise Field Guides and the Sabi Sabi Collection have announced a new initiative to train the next generation of field guides through the Sabi Sabi Ranger Academy in South Africa’s Greater Kruger National Park. This initiative will sponsor students from local rural communities to complete field guide training, equipping them with valuable skills and providing…
In a significant move to restore Egyptian vultures as a breeding species in South Africa, VulPro – in collaboration with the World Bird Sanctuary and the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance – has successfully relocated two endangered Egyptian vultures to VulPro@Shamwari. The arrival of the pair at VulPro’s facility at Shamwari Private Game Reserve outside…
Panthera Africa scoops prestigious award for Most Dedicated Big Cat Rescue Sanctuary in South Africa
Panthera Africa Big Cat Sanctuary has been awarded the prestigious title of “Most Dedicated Big Cat Rescue Sanctuary – South Africa 2024” by MEA Markets as part of the latter’s seventh annual African Excellence Awards. This esteemed recognition highlights Panthera Africa’s unwavering commitment to its 25 big cat rescues, and the captive big cat industry…
Gondwana Collection Namibia maintains the highest eco-standards across its lodges and hotels, a commitment demonstrated since its inaugural participation in the Eco Awards back in 2011. Once again, this year Gondwana has excelled, marking continuous improvement in sustainable operations. Most recently, the Gondwana properties in the Kunene Region received notable recognition. Omarunga Epupa-Falls Camp and Palmwag Lodge & Camp,…
The 6 500-hectare Northern Drakensberg Nature Reserve, which was formally gazetted on 18 April this year, adds to a conservation corridor connecting the adjacent uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park in KwaZulu-Natal (declared a World Heritage Site in 2000) to the Sterkfontein Nature Reserve in the Free State. The new reserve is made up of 19 properties owned by…
South African conservation organisation WILDTRUST has released Caleb: Beyond the Bite: a short film following award-winning actor, para-athlete and shark bite survivor Caleb Swanepoel, and his relationship with the ocean. In hopes to reconnect with his experience and better understand the animal that changed his life, the short film follows Caleb as he contemplates swimming…
