SADC Wildlife-Based Economic Project SADC/GIZ Technical meeting in Johannesburg (30 – 31 July 2024). Pictured above: representatives from ALU-SOWC, AWEI, SADC, GIZ and Sustento. The Responsible Resource Management department, is leading the development of the upcoming Southern African Development Community (SADC) Wildlife-based Economy project, focusing primarily on the implementation of the SADC Wildlife-Based Economy Strategy […]
By Ashwell Glasson Comprehensive Education Technologies With the recent explosion in the use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in education, the SAWC has been fortunate enough to implement the well-known Gemini AI via our Google Workspace system. The benefits of using AI for learning purposes cannot be ignored, and thus, the […]
By Motsatsi Thosago This winter, I had the incredible opportunity to explore the world of Disease Ecology and Wildlife Management. From Pretoria’s vibrant city to Kruger National Park’s peaceful wilderness, every moment was a blend of academic work and breathtaking adventure. Our journey kicked off in Pretoria, where we received a warm welcome. The city’s […]
By Dr Lindy Thompson In the early morning of Saturday, 7 September, the gate to Hoedspruit’s Cape Vulture Conservancy slid open, and vehicles full of schoolchildren began pouring in. Their teacher accompanied each group, and after registering, everyone embarked on a hike through the Conservancy’s rugged grounds. The children got to experience the beauty of […]
By Charlene Wandera – Grant Writer, Content Curator & Storyteller: Marketing, Fundraising and Media Relations We recently had the pleasure of hosting some of the World Wide Fund for Nature South Africa (WWF-SA) Legacy Donors for a week-long immersive experience in conservation work. On one of the days, they witnessed and participated in a rhino […]
The 2023 Annual Review for the Southern African Wildlife College is out! We hope you will find the highlights inspiring and thank everyone who made all the achievements possible.
July 2024 started off as a buoyant month with both Theresa Sowry and Jeanné Poultney returning from their European Marketing and Fundraising trip, where they met and engaged with current partners and donors as well as with some new people in terms of possible partnerships moving forward. However, it is now with a heavy heart […]
As we close out the second quarter of 2024, it is my pleasure to present to you the latest edition of the Bateleur Newsletter. The second quarter has been marked by significant developments, insightful discussions, and innovative strides across various departments that impact our community and beyond. As we reflect on the past few months, […]
By Karl Ferreira – Chief ICT Manager Quarter 2 of 2024 has been revolutionary for the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Department and has changed the Southern African Wildlife College (SAWC) forever… but it is possible that no one – unless directly affected – will ever notice. Here a huge shout out must to Tusk […]
From Classroom to the Field: Celebrating First Semester Success and Launching Work-Integrated Learning for Future TFCA Managers By Fanuel Nleya The Southern African Development Community (SADC) region hosts some of the world’s most diverse ecosystems, many of which span national borders. These transfrontier conservation areas (TFCAs) are vital for biodiversity conservation, regional cooperation, and sustainable […]