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Lion and Safari Park’s Little Rangers Program inspires young wildlife warriors

Children are encouraged to engage in conservation activities that support their curiosity and promote the safety and care of the wild at large. With engaging weekend sessions such as art in the park, paw and spoor tracking, and safe, age-appropriate bush survival skills, every moment is both educational and exciting.

Saturday Star News
Staff Reporter|Published

Nyanga Hiking Club: A gateway to nature for local children

Over 70 children from Nyanga, Cape Town, embark on monthly hikes with the Nyanga Hiking Club, discovering nature and building community despite challenges like lack of proper footwear

Cape Argus News
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Nyanga Hiking Club empowers children through nature experiences

The Nyanga Hiking Club is providing children in Cape Town with opportunities to explore nature.

News Environment
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Roaming the globe: unleashing the best wildlife experiences in nature tourism

Discover the world's most breathtaking nature and wildlife destinations, where eco-tourism thrives and conservation efforts flourish, offering unforgettable experiences for nature lovers.

Travel World
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

National Zoological Garden enhances marine collection with new arrivals

The National Zoological Garden in Pretoria welcomes three Blacktip Reef Sharks and over 200 colourful marine fish, enhancing its marine life collection and promoting marine conservation.

Weekend Argus News
Staff Reporter|Published

Savour the sea: a culinary journey through foraging and travel adventures

Join Roushanna Gray at Veld and Sea in Cape Point, South Africa, for an immersive foraging experience that connects you to nature and teaches sustainable harvesting practices.

Travel South Africa
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Katy Perry's space odyssey: a historic all-female crew or just a celebrity stunt?

Katy Perry made history on Blue Origin’s first all-female space mission, but celebrities like Azealia Banks and Emily Ratajkowski are questioning everything from the mission’s authenticity to its environmental impact.

Travel World
Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Love for mother earth and humanity

This International Mother Earth Day, the Bahá'í International Community calls for bridging the gap between environmental intention and action.

Saturday Star Opinion
Flora Teckie|Published

Explore Mzansi: The best places to visit before summer ends

As summer bids farewell, explore South Africa's top destinations that promise adventure and relaxation.

Travel
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Adventure awaits: your guide to Asia Pacific's top thrill-seeking spots

Discover the thrill of adventure tourism and explore how the Asia Pacific region is offering unique experiences that promise not only excitement but also a chance to connect with nature and local cultures like never before.

Travel World Asia
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Inside the extraordinary life of a Western Cape man living in a cave for nearly two decades

Discover the extraordinary life of a man who has embraced off-grid living in a cave for 18 years, transforming his dwelling into a sanctuary filled with faith and creativity.

News South Africa Western Cape
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Penguin divorce rates threaten future of species

New research reveals a troubling link between penguin divorce rates and declining reproductivesuccess on Phillip Island in Australia. Scientists say the usually monogamous little penguins are getting up to hanky-panky on the side.

News Environment
Dominic Naidoo|Published

Holiday wildlife safety: Top tips for eco-tourists

Practical tips for eco-tourists to navigate encounters with snakes, scorpions, spiders, and tickssafely while fostering biodiversity.

News Environment
Dominic Naidoo|Published

How many flowers does it take to make a teaspoon of honey?

Ever wondered how bees make honey? Discover the fascinating process and the effort behind every teaspoon.

News Environment
Dominic Naidoo|Published

‘Honouring my dad’s wish’: Rosanna Pansino smokes cannabis grown in his ashes

She shared how he loved music, distilled his own whiskey and gin, and was deeply connected to nature.

Entertainment Celebrity News International
Ronewa Jessica Mashamba|Published

LOOK: Cape Town residents in shock as city transports dead humpback whale through the suburbs

A dead humpback whale from Hout Bay took a scenic drive through Cape Town, leaving residents wondering why such an unusual transport was needed.

News South Africa Western Cape
Dominic Naidoo|Published

‘From wound treatments to complex surgeries’: Behind the scenes at SANCCOB’s Penguin Rescue

As African penguin numbers plummet, SANCCOB’s crucial work reveals the urgent need for conservation and stronger protections to save this species from extinction.

News Environment
Dominic Naidoo|Published

Baobabs in the crossfire: Over 600,000 protected trees to be destroyed for coal-driven development

The Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone project threatens to clear swathes of protected forests, raising urgent concerns over environmental and social costs.

News Environment
Dominic Naidoo|Published

Community vigilance and rapid response key to CapeNature’s wildfire strategy

Through robust wildfire management and key partnerships, CapeNature has minimised fire devastation in the Western Cape, safeguarding thousands of hectares and unique ecosystems.

News Environment
Dominic Naidoo|Published

How Africa’s Sustainable Finance Coalition is transforming conservation

With a focus on Africa's most vulnerable ecosystems, the Sustainable Finance Coalition aims to unlock billions in funding for biodiversity and community-based conservation projects.

News Environment
Dominic Naidoo|Published

38 percent of global tree species face extinction, IUCN report warns

The latest IUCN Red List assessment has painted a stark picture for global tree conservation, revealing that 38% of tree species are threatened with extinction. Experts call for urgent action to address deforestation, climate change, and other critical threats.

News Environment
Dominic Naidoo|Published

Play your part - Join the Penguin Palooza 2024!

CapeNature, together with SANCCOB, has been actively working to rehabilitate ill and injured penguins and hand-rear abandoned chicks to release them back into the wild.

News Environment
Dominic Naidoo|Published

Discover South Africa through the eyes of its top travel creators \ Tourism Month

Rounding out our list are Simóne and Vernon, the creative minds behind Versi Creative in Cape Town.

Travel Travel News
Oceans Marasha|Published

Slacklining between Europe and Asia, Jaan Roose’s amazing Bosphorus adventure

Linking Europe and Asia, its vibrant blue waters have witnessed empires rise and fall. So, as Roose walked that line, he was also stepping into a rich tapestry of culture and history

Travel World Europe
Oceans Marasha|Published

Explore Cape Town’s nature reserves for free during the Great Southern BioBlitz

Free entry to Cape Town’s nature reserves during Great Southern BioBlitz

Travel South Africa Western Cape
Ronewa Jessica Mashamba|Published