In Nyika National Park, newly recruited community scouts are undergoing water safety training to navigate rivers safely while out on patrol. Through Peace Parks investment in community employment and skills development, empowered local people are making a vital contribution to Nyika’s protection, whilst staying safe and effective on the job.
A leisurely wander through Limpopo National Park on their day off to search for wild dogs sets Bruce Missing and Delport Botma on an unexpected course! The dogs have moved into the park of their own accord, and collars send signals that they’re on the move. Now it’s just a question of finding them.
In Guengo community, Maputo National Park is driving a conservation-friendly agriculture and water security project for local farmers. Access to water, and vital farming supplies and guidance, are ensuring healthy crop yields and secure, alternative llivelihoods. This initiative is empowering communities and ensuring their wellbeing, whilst protecting the land on which they depend.
In Limpopo and Banhine national parks, Stronghold Rescue and Relief are providing vital medical training to rangers at the frontlines of conservation, supporting the work of Peace Parks Foundation. From theory and practice to equipment and canines, this course is contributing to the ongoing upskilling of rangers operating in challenging environments in the field.
In vast and remote protected areas, keeping track of wildlife and people is a complex operation; Zinave National Park’s long-range radio technology is helping to overcome the challenges of park management. Phumlani explains the power of communication towers and demonstrates the courage it takes to keep them maintained.
At the SA College for Tourism, new students are embarking on an exciting orientation week. Grounded and inspired by games, tours and building new connections, they have great expectations for the year ahead and the opportunities that lie beyond in the world of eco-tourism.