Professional Milestones and Infrastructure Growth  February marked a shift towards high-level compliance and campus development. The College hosted successful “pre-application” visits from the Department of Water and Sanitation and an Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) inspection from the Department of Employment and Labour, both of which yielded positive feedback. These visits were critical as the SSHEQ department continues...Read More

Operations  Back on campus, the beginning of 2026 was defined by a powerful display of nature’s force—and the equally powerful resilience of our Facilities team. As the first quarter unfolded, the Facilities department—encompassing Operations, Hospitality, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Maintenance, and Safety, Security, Health, Environment and Quality (SSHEQ)—navigated extreme weather and rigorous professional milestones to ensure a successful start...Read More

Written by: Kealeboga Moshupa, third-year Diploma Student     In the dry landscapes of Africa stands a tree that looks almost too strong to be real — the baobab, scientifically known as Adansonia digitata. It has survived centuries of drought, heat and violent storms. Many people call it the “Tree of Life”, but to me, it represents something deeply personal. It mirrors my journey, my struggles, my growth and the quiet strength I...Read More

Written by: The SAWC Junior Leaders At the Southern African Wildlife College (SAWC), leadership is not merely a title; it is defined by action, collaboration, and measurable impact. Recently, our Junior Leaders have demonstrated this ethos in abundance, rolling out a series of strategic initiatives that actively strengthen our College community from the ground up.  Streamlining Focus for Greater Impact To...Read More

By Sboniso Ryan Phakathi The Global Environment Facility (GEF) 6 Governance Guidelines development workshop recently kicked off to a vibrant and lively start. Facilitated by Conservation Synergies and supported by project partners, the workshop forms a critical milestone within the broader GEF-6 Partnership Programme in the Greater Kruger Landscape. The programme, part of the Global Environment Facility’s sixth funding cycle, focuses...Read More

By Scott Yammin, Precious Malapane, Bruce McDonald and Peter Hamming Protecting natural landscapes requires more than traditional law enforcement. It demands a holistic approach that integrates compliance, resilience, technology, and collaboration. At the Southern African Wildlife College (SAWC), this integrated model continues to strengthen protected area integrity through targeted training, operational support, and innovation across multiple units.  Strengthening Environmental Compliance A key...Read More