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10/12/2023

Quality Management and Accreditation Update – Dec ’23

By Anelle Rautenbach – Head: Quality Management and Accreditation Provider Accreditation  The Council on Higher Education (CHE) in South Africa serves several important purposes in the Country’s tertiary education system. The key functions and purposes of the CHE include: Quality Assurance in Higher Education. The CHE is responsible for ensuring and enhancing the quality of higher education in...
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10/12/2023

UPDATE ON STUDENT AND PROGRAMME SUPPORT – DEC ’23

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...
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10/12/2023

Update from the ALRD – Dec ’23

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...
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21/11/2023

“You cannot protect the environment unless you empower people…”

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...
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15/10/2023

Update from the ICT Department – Sept ‘ 23

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...
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13/10/2023

Update from the RRM Department – Sept ’23

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...
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13/10/2023

Update from the RISE Department – Sept ’23

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...
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13/10/2023

Update on the Youth Access: Bridging Programme

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...
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11/10/2023

A WORD FROM SAWC ALUMNI

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...
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