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By Tanita Mehta In 2014, misfortune struck the Greater Kruger as another innocent rhino fell victim to the onslaught of poaching brought on by the demand for illegal horns. Marion Geiger-Orengo and Fabrice Orengo de Lamazière, witnessing the brutality against…
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In the heart of a township, a remarkable transformation story unfolds—a testament to resilience, community, and sustainable growth. Once known as Zama Zama’s, engaging in the precarious and often perilous task of illegal mining, a group of indomitable individuals has…
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As South Africa’s political parties vie for attention with policies and manifestos that lack vision, creativity and impact try this one on for size. It is a wonder full creation of the best of human ideas and optimism founded on…
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Embarking on Biomimicry foundational courses not only unlocks new skill sets but also fosters a profound sense of wonder and reverence for nature’s 4 billion years of wisdom. It’s a journey of discovery, innovation, and respect for our planet’s unparalleled…
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As much as I’d love to go getting there is a real mission. My cousin went and she shared her video with us so you can see the magic underwater there.
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Forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is a practice of mindfully immersing yourself in forests, to nourish your physical and mental health. It started in Japan in the 1980s as a way to combat stress and reconnect with the natural environment¹³. Since…
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Mpumalanga is getting much needed economic investment due to its rich environment The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) has partnered with The Aspinall Foundation and WeWild Africa in a strategic partnership that will unlock the conservation and ecotourism potential…
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With more and more people becoming flexitarians (those who choose to primarily follow a plant-based diet with occasional inclusion of animal products, often referred to as “casual vegetarianism”), The Good Life Show couldn’t be better timed. The Good Life Show…
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Tomás Saraceno In Collaboration: Web(s) of Life, which opened at London’s Serpentine South Gallery last June, explores how humans relate to spiders. It features installations of spider webs displayed and lit to be viewed as sculptures. There are also films:…
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Replace meat with mushrooms for optimum health and weight management Protein is key to staying fuller for longer and mushrooms are an excellent source of plant protein. They are also a rich source of dietary fibre. “Compared to other conventional…
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You may have heard of prickly pear as the funky-looking cactus fruit with spikes that must be carefully peeled before eating. Did you know that oil extracted from the seeds of this desert plant is gaining popularity as a skincare…
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This biomimicry foundational course will give you all the skills and tools you need to learn from the genius of nature – anytime, anywhere. The Biomimicry Foundational Course helps you to: What would nature do? This is the first question that…
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The Ethical Agency, a leading force in ethical marketing, is proud to announce its commitment to supporting NGOs in the sustainability space and beyond in achieving their digital marketing goals. Recognising the vital role of digital marketing strategies in amplifying…
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Queen Elizabeth II’s record-breaking long reign was exceptional in many ways – not least because England has been ruled by men for most of the last thousand years. Until recently, the crown was passed to the monarch’s eldest son and…
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Natural landscapes are continually transformed to make room for agricultural and urban developments – often at the expense of important habitats and species. That’s why, to avoid unnecessary species extinctions, it’s crucial to know which habitats to protect. In a…
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One-horned creatures are found in myths around the world. Although unicorns in different cultures have little to do with one another, they have multiple associations in European thought. For example, the Roman natural historian Pliny the Elder wrote about unicorns…
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‘This year we see yet another rise in global fossil CO2 emissions, when we need a rapid decline.’ Global carbon emissions in 2022 remain at record levels – with no sign of the decrease that is urgently needed to limit…
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As world leaders assemble for the United Nations climate change conference (COP27) in Egypt, it’s hard to be optimistic the talks will generate any radical departure from the inexorable rise in global carbon emissions over the past two centuries. After…
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We have all asked ourselves the big questions; where do we come from and what is the nature of our humanity? Archaeological, anthropological, and ethnological studies have attempted to gain an understanding of the painters of rock art and their…
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Preserving our natural heritage for future generations – 10,000 trees at a time. Cape Town-based Fairtree, a global investment company, has partnered with the Cape Parrot Project and the Wild Bird Trust to plant at least 10,000 indigenous trees over…
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