Conservationists are working to bring life back to land that has been degraded over many years. Their secret tool? Spekboom. Eastern Cape, South Africa (12 March 2026) – Did…
An otter has been released safely after a scary dash through Sea Point’s busy streets. Cape Town, South Africa (12 March 2026) – The otter first popped up, some…
Mzimkulu Hide is temporarily closed to humans, but the local wildlife is breaking in a brand new pond, and a few VIP guests have already stopped by! Drakensberg, South…
Nearly 1000 cycad seeds have been planted as part of a remarkable effort to bring back a group of plants old enough to have known the dinosaurs. South Africa…
After heartbreaking chapters at Sibuya, little Lily has started to bring the light back. Eastern Cape, South Africa (04 March 2026) – Sibuya’s Rhino Foundation has endured multiple poaching…
The team known for always going the extra distance to save wildlife is calling on South Africans to help them gain their wings. Hartbeespoort, South Africa (02 March 2026)…
OWL devices have been installed on the powerline along the N2 near Sedgefield, aimed at protecting flamingos flying across the Swartvlei Lagoon at night. Garden Route, South Africa (02…
When your second chance also comes with ranger status. Two stray Africanis puppies have been adopted to serve on SAWC’s K9 Unit! Phalaborwa, South Africa (25 February 2026)…
Some very good dogs are helping protect our tortoises by sniffing out what human eyes can’t quite spot! Western Cape, South Africa (25 February 2026) – South Africa isn’t…
Birds are telling secrets that better help scientists understand and conserve one of the most threatened ecosystems in South Africa… Free State, South Africa (24 February 2026) – Toka…
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