Active Projects
Science-driven conservation across South Africa's most critical ecosystems.
Wildlife Corridor Restoration
Reconnecting fragmented habitats across the Western Cape to allow safe migration of indigenous species between mountain and coastal ecosystems.
- Restored 8,000 hectares of critical corridor habitat
- Partnered with 14 private landowners for easements
- Tracked 23 mammal species using camera-trap networks
- Removed 12 tonnes of invasive vegetation annually
Marine Protected Areas
Safeguarding South Africa's coastline through marine reserves, kelp forest monitoring, and sustainable fishing partnerships with local communities.
- Monitoring 3 marine protected areas along the Garden Route
- Annual ocean health surveys with University of Cape Town
- Community fishing co-ops supporting 200+ households
- Kelp forest restoration covering 150 hectares
Reforestation Programme
Planting indigenous trees across degraded landscapes to combat erosion, restore biodiversity, and sequester carbon for future generations.
- 250,000 indigenous trees planted since 2018
- Community nurseries in 6 rural villages
- Carbon offset partnerships with corporate sponsors
- Soil erosion reduced by 40% in target watersheds
Anti-Poaching Operations
Deploying ranger teams, drone surveillance, and intelligence networks to protect endangered species across protected reserves.
- 24/7 ranger patrols across 3 reserves
- Drone surveillance covering 15,000 hectares
- Zero rhino losses in managed reserves since 2021
- K9 unit trained for snare and contraband detection
Community Conservation
Empowering local communities to become custodians of their natural heritage through training, sustainable livelihoods, and shared governance.
- 12 community conservancies established
- Eco-tourism ventures supporting 350 families
- Traditional knowledge documentation programme
- Women-led crafts cooperatives in 4 provinces
Youth Environmental Education
Inspiring the next generation of conservation leaders through school programmes, field camps, and bursary opportunities in environmental science.
- 15,000 learners reached through school workshops
- Annual bush camp for Grade 10-12 learners
- 28 university bursaries awarded to date
- Junior ranger programme in 8 national parks
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