Joburg Zoo joins global animal care organisation
The Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo renewed its membership with the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA). WAZA informed its other members on Friday that the Zoo meets its…
Suspect nabbed for possession of protected cycads
A 38-year-old Zimbabwean national was arrested in Kariega, on Monday, for the possession of protected cycads in contravention of the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act (NEMBA). Police said they acted…
Residents encouraged to plant indigenous listed trees after floods ravaged hundreds of thousands
The George Municipality encouraged residents to plant trees after hundreds of trees were destroyed by recent storms. As a result, the Municipality published recommended tree lists for property owners. The…
Joburg City Park injects R5 million into Leiklip Park
Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) unveiled a R5 million project at Leiklip Park in Eldorado Park. The investment is expected to provide residents with an inclusive and vibrant public…
Benny, the African Penguin released to sea in a group
Benny, the African Penguin, was released to the sea over the weekend. Benny was transferred from the South African Association for Marine Biological Research (SAAMBR) to the Southern African Foundation…
Five Loggerhead Turtles released back to the ocean
The South African Association for Marine Biological Research (SAAMBR) wrote this story. We love it when a plan comes together through shared passion, care and true collaboration. The Two Oceans…
Groenewald fined more than R10 million and 36 years’ imprisonment for rhino poaching
Dawie Groenewald was sentenced to a R2 million fine or four years in prison, at the Polokwane High Court, on Wednesday. Groenewald was awaiting trial on over 1,600 criminal charges…
Silindile Mbuyazi named 2026 National Geographic Wayfinder
Silindile Mbuyazi, is the 2026 National Geographic Wayfinder. This announcement was made by the National Geographic Society, on Thursday, 9 June 2026. Kia, honours about 15 visionaries, every year, who…
Police seize 150 venomous scorpions at Cape Town International Airport
About 150 venomous scorpions were seized by police at the Cape Town International Airports on Saturday. Police said they acted on intelligence from the Kuilsriver Stock Theft and Endangered Species…
500 trees to be donated to the Council of Churches
About 500 trees will be donated to the Council of Churches by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE). As a result, Bernice Swarts, the Deputy Minister of…