By Scott Yammin, Precious Malapane and Bruce McDonald Protecting Africa’s wildlife requires far more than enforcement alone. It demands skilled, resilient people, well-trained canine units, and reliable aerial support working together on the frontline. At the Southern African Wildlife College (SAWC), the Protected Area Integrity: Beyond Law Enforcement thematic area continues to strengthen this integrated approach,...Read More
By Cliford Nxumalo, Research Assistant: Conservation Science In October and November 2025, Professor Alan Gardiner and I from the Conservation Science thematic area, together with ethnobotanist Tony Cunningham and field assistant Shabani, undertook a biodiversity sampling trip to Angola. Our primary objective was to collect endemic butterflies and conduct Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) biodiversity sampling. This was...Read More
By Dr Kudakwashe Musengi Over two action-packed weeks, our Natural Resource Management Diploma students stepped out of the online classroom and into the real world of conservation, community engagement, and environmental education. These practical activities formed a vital part of their experiential learning, giving them the opportunity to apply their knowledge, develop leadership skills, and experience...Read More
By Christopher Kafoteka National Certificate: Natural Resource Management, Terrestrial (NQF Level 5) We are delighted to share the outstanding achievements of 26 students who successfully completed the one-year occupational qualification in Protected Area Management, completing the National Certificate in Natural Resource Management, Terrestrial (NQF Level 5).  Graduates were equipped with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required...Read More
The celebrations began on 3 December with the Student Dinner – an evening of good food, laughter, and shared stories that set the tone for the days to follow. This year’s theme, Learn, Grow, Collaborate and Achieve, invited reflection, but the atmosphere was one of joy and celebration.Students took full advantage of the moment, showcasing...Read More
