Category: Nature & Nurture

DIE STOMPKOPKEWER

Dit was in 2017 dat die stompkopkewer die eerste keer in ons land raakgesien is in die Nasionale Botaniese Tuine in KwaZulu-Natal. Hierdie onwelkome immigrant uit Suidoos-Asië het intussen versprei na agt uit die nege provinsies in die land,…

FELINE ANTICS

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If you share your home with a feline family member, you’ll probably recognize at least a couple of the following oddball behaviors. Refusing to drink from their water bowls Some cats walk right by the cool, clean water in their own bowls,…

CHASED BY A LION!

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In Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park we’ve gone over to the dark side … waking up early and setting out as the gates open, resting during the hottest time of the day when most respectable cats are under a tree, sleeping. First we stayed at the…

YOUNG IDEAS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

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Engaging the youth, in Great Brak River, in environmental conservation efforts is crucial for several reasons. The region, known for its stunning natural beauty and diverse ecosystems, faces numerous environmental challenges, including habitat…

SPRING – A TIME OF GROWTH AT THE YOUTH CAFÉ

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The start of spring always means a time of growth, not just in nature, but also for our team at Wonderful SA and the Youth Café. Our new intern group started finding their feet, and we capped it off with a beautiful, powerful and inspiring…

WHALES ALONG OUR COASTLINE

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As with the dolphins, this time of year we are all oohing and aahing when sighting whales along our coastline, especially when baby whales accompany their mothers. In the Mossel Bay area, the whales normally seen are the Humpback, the Southern…

A DOLPHIN IS A DOLPHIN RIGHT…?

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We, along the coastline that S.M.A.R.T (Stranded Marine Animal Rescue Team) is responsible for, are extremely lucky in that we can watch numerous dolphins swimming, playing, breaching and surfing on a regular basis. Question is … do we actually…

DIE MUSEFEES VIR GEMEENSKAPSBOU EN -GROEI

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Wanneer daar ’n geleentheid plaasvind in ’n dorp kom mense van ander plekke om dit by te woon of meer te leer oor die dorp. Plaaslike inwoners kom byeen vir al die georganiseerde aktiwiteite. Die totale sakesektor vind dus baat by “meer…

GOODBYES, WELCOMES AND SNAKES AT THE YOUTH CAFÉ!

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August means a new intern team has started at the Youth Café. We want to celebrate these eight young people from our local community – they all went through vigorous interview, selection and volunteering processes before being appointed for…

HARNESSING THE HEALING POWER OF INDIGENOUS MEDICINAL PLANTS

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Indigenous medicinal plants hold a wealth of wisdom and healing potential that has been passed down through generations. These plants have played a vital role in the traditional healthcare systems of indigenous cultures. The utilisation of…

CARE FOR OUR COAST

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Beaches in South Africa are classified as public open spaces, and according to legislation within the Sea-shore Act should be accessible for everyone to enjoy. The government goes a step further in their attempt to ensure beaches remain public…

THE IMPORTANCE OF BIODIVERSITY AND ALIEN INVASIVE PLANTS

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Biodiversity is the link between all organisms on earth, binding all into interdependent ecosystems. Healthy eco-systems underpin the health of the planet and have a direct impact on all our lives. We rely on biodiversity for everything –…