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