By Ashwell Glasson Adapting to the Needs of ConservationThis year has seen the dawn of prioritizing the development and professionalization of Rangers globally. In a seminal article in Nature, there has been a resounding call to action to recognize the role and value that Rangers play as planetary health workers, and their contribution to the Kunming-Montreal...Read More
Longitudinal Research projects: The development of the end of year 2023 practical for the series of short courses being offered has allowed the department to put in place a methodology allowing the practical’s to be linked to the outcomes of the Diploma modules submitted to the Council on Higher Education once accredited. Other Research and Development...Read More
By: Elna de Beer SAWC Technical AssociateThese words from Wangarĩ Maathai were the inspiration for the development of the SAWC’s newest learning programme called Community Practice in Responsible Resource Use. You cannot protect the environment unless you empower people, inform them, and help them understand that the resources of the land are their own and...Read More
Advancing Horizons: A Glimpse into the ICT Department’s Milestones for Q3By Karl Ferreira – Head: ICT DepartmentIn the rapidly evolving landscape of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), adaptability and innovation are paramount. The ICT Department at our esteemed institution has been steadfastly pushing boundaries, embracing change, and spearheading projects that not only streamline operations but...Read More
VISITS TO THE COLLEGEJuly and August saw many international university groups and conservation organisations visit the SAWC to learn all about our wildlife from A to Z and everything in between. The groups enjoyed many bespoke experiences during their stay here at the college. These included intimate experiences with our wildlife, cultural experiences with our...Read More
Environmental Learning Our environmental learning initiatives have been bolstered by the inclusion of four (4) Groen Sebenza interns. They are university graduates who are gaining workplace-based learning whilst contributing their knowledge towards strengthening the organizations where they are placed over 24 months. The interns have been involved in supporting the Coaching Conservation programme, the Pan African...Read More
The Community and Youth Development Department is also home to the Youth Access: Bridging Course Programme. Being the only programme that gives opportunities to school leavers, the 2023 course started in July and is scheduled for completion in December 2023. With the aim in 2023 being to balance the three aspects of people, planet, and...Read More
Nomsa Betty Kamanga, NQF 6 – 2018. Sponsored by KfW Stiftung. “My name is Nomsa Betty Kamanga, born in Zambia. I work for the Zambian Carnivore programme as a Research Assistant Trainee Ecologist. While I did not get a promotion after completing my studies at the Southern African Wildlife College, I am grateful for the...Read More
Update on the National Certificate in Natural Resource Management: Terrestrial Level 5 (NQF 5) Students By Christopher Kafoteka The National Certificate in Natural Resource Management: Terrestrial Level 5 (NQF 5) students were quite busy during the July – September quarter. Activities ranged from controlled grass burning as a practical application of lessons covered to field excursions...Read More
THE SAWC IN SAN DIEGO The SAWC was extremely honoured to have been part of the 43rd ESRI User Conference that was held in San Diego, California in July. The conference was a hub of ESRI users coming together to show what can be done with the software and associated ArcGIS tools. Under a mentorship programme...Read More
