KwaZulu-Natal is home to the most incredible animals, domestic and wild; these charities are protecting them all. KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (28 January 2025) – The lush KwaZulu-Natal region is…
Hundreds of ‘hearts of gold’ live in Gauteng, working to help animals of all kinds; they save, rehabilitate and re-home animals that need a helping paw. Gauteng, South Africa…
The Free State may be a farming province, but there are organisations working to support all kinds of animals in the province. Let’s meet them: Free State, South Africa…
In a remarkable display of collaborative action, Gift of the Givers and CapeNature are working together to control an invasive carp fish species that threatens the delicate ecosystem of Groenvlei…
Having spent the better part of a week sneezing, I decided to look at The Real Pollen Count to learn what had triggered this allergy attack. Myself, neighbours and the…
At The Wilds in Johannesburg resides a remarkable testament to nature’s resilience. The “Sideways Tree” is a Bushwillow that beautifully defies gravity as it rests mere centimetres above the ground…
This week, we shine the spotlight on the African Penguin as it faces its most challenging chapter yet – being on the brink of extinction. Martine Viljoen, the Marine Wildlife…
The Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden recently honoured its dedicated retirees who have collectively given 150 years to the garden! Their efforts have helped shape Kirstenbosch to become the adored space it…
Eighty-five young adult volunteers from ASEZ WAO recently transformed the Orlando Police Station by lending a hand to clean and clear the station’s overgrown garden. Soweto, South Africa (23…
Eco-conscious cyclists, it’s time to shine! Nature Connect is on the search for its champion fleet, which will participate in the Cape Town Cycle Tour’s 42km stretch! Here’s what epic…
Where mind meets heart
“It’s humbling to start fresh. It takes a lot of courage. But it can be reinvigorating. You just have to put your ego on a shelf and tell it to be quiet.” — Jennifer Ritchie Payette
