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Congratulations to our successful Table Mountain Fund small grant recipients for 2024
Written by Kim Gordon, Stewardship Programme Coordinator. Nature Connect has been appointed as a facility to issue small grants on behalf of the Table Mountain Fund. These grants are dedicated to facilitate and support the entry of new organisations or individuals into the conservation sector, while also supporting biodiversity and community participation, involving youth and encouraging sustainable [...]
Celebrating World Mountain Day.
Written by Luke Foster World Mountain Day, observed on December 11th, commemorates the pivotal significance of mountains, not only for humanity but for the entirety of life on Earth. It was first instituted by the United Nations in 2003. In the current year, the spotlight rests on the theme of “Restoring Mountain Ecosystems,” aligning with the UN decade [...]
Exploring the Fascinating World of Reptiles and Arachnids at Kenilworth Racecourse Conservation Area
Written by Fayruz Prins For generations, an irrational fear of creepy crawlies and slithery snakes has pervaded society. Misconceptions about the dangers posed by these creatures have given them an undeserved negative reputation. With urban sprawl encroaching on natural habitats, human-animal encounters have become more frequent, often resulting in traumatic experiences for both parties. As summer unfolds across [...]
Green Skills learners team up with giraffes and Princess Laurentien for a day of Wildlife Crime-Solving
Written by Meagan Eddy - Training and Small Grants Assistant Have you ever spent a work day solving crime with giraffes and a princess? That is the day our Green Skills learners enjoyed at the Wildlife Forensic Academy, in Buffelsfontein Game and Nature Reserve. Upon arrival at Buffelsfontein, we were met with a tower of giraffes, which was [...]
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