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Environment
New Frog Species Discovered in South Africa
Cape Town, 01 April 2020 – A new frog species discovered in the Western Cape province of South Africa, so closely…
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Travel
What is Ecotourism?
The term ecotourism dates back to the 80s when people became aware that planet Earth is in danger and that…
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Environment
African Acacia Thorn Trees Reclassified
Africa’s thorny trees and shrubs are no longer “Acacias.” The taxonomic status of these trees proposed in 2003 has been…
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Environment
Strange but True facts on just about Everything
From Ants to Zebras, this A-Z list of strange but true facts on just about anything and everything is an…
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Environment
Pros and Cons of Single-Use Plastic Alternatives
What sustainable options are available to replace single-use plastics and what are their advantages and disadvantages? It’s no surprise that…
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Trade News
SA Mint Launches Environmental Rights Coin
Centurion, South Africa, 8 July 2019 – The South African Mint, a wholly owned subsidiary of the South African Reserve…
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Trade News
Leading Hospitality Players Adopt a Bluewater Pro Approach
CAPE TOWN, 03 July 2019 – Leading names in the South African hospitality industry are enjoying the cost and sustainability…
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Accolades
Rhino Conservation Awards Call for Entries
Nominations for the 8th annual Rhino Conservation Awards have officially opened and are invited from the five rhino range states…
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Events
Earth Hour For Hotels
This year, Earth Hour falls on Saturday 30 March and the initiators of the #Connect2Earth global campaign – WWF has…
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Opinion
Thought Leadership: Hunting vs Conservation
Conservation with class and hunting with thought: a synergistic approach to the hunting versus conservation debate.
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Trade News
Proposal To Lift Hunting Ban In Botswana
Gabarone, Botswana, 22 February 2019 – Yesterday, a white paper was submitted to the government, which, if passed, could effectively…
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Accolades
Call For Entries: 2019 Eco-Logic Awards
Entries for the 8th annual Eco-Logic Awards are now open. Presented by The Enviropaedia, South Africa’s online environmental encyclopaedia, green…
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Environment
Hotel Group Adopts Plastic-Free Straw Initiative
Johannesburg, South Africa, 29 January 2019 – In alignment with the plastic-free straw commitment of leading hotel group Accor Hotels, Mercure Hotels South Africa has…
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Conservation
Major Boost for Responsible Tourism in Conservation
The signing of a historic Cooperative Agreement between Kruger National Park and private reserves, state reserves and communal areas on…
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Conservation
Former Botswana President Commits to Tuli Conservation
The Tuli Conservation Trust (CBE) has announced the appointment of the Former President of Botswana, His Excellency Lieutenant General Dr…
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Environment
Seychelles Bans Plastic Straws
In another step to help protect the environment of Seychelles, the importation of single-use plastic straws will be banned as of…
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Environment
The uMfolozi: A Conservation Story
The uMfolozi Big Five Reserve is a special conservation story – the story of how Dr Ian Player started a…
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Conservation
Lions return to the Great Karoo
More than 180 years ago, South Africa’s Great Karoo region was roamed by the majestic Cape lion – a particularly…
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Environment
Seychelles Launches Blue Bond for Healthy Oceans
SEYCHELLES, 06 November 2018 – The Republic of Seychelles has launched the world’s first sovereign blue bond — a pioneering…
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Conservation
SANParks Receives 3 Million Rand For Anti-Poaching
SKUKUZA, Mpumalanga, 26 October 2018 – South African National Parks (SANParks) received a 3 Million Rand donation from the Legacy Experience…
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Conservation
Great Karoo Reserve Goes Big Five
Mount Camdeboo Private Game Reserve has announced that it will be furthering its long-term conservation vision with the introduction of…
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Conservation
Toyota Donates 4×4 for SANParks Anti-Poaching
PRETORIA, South Africa, 19 October 2018 – In an effort to contribute to the fight against rhino poaching and other wildlife…
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Trade News
The Final Straw For Fairway Hotel
JOHANNESBURG, 30 August 2018 – The Fairway Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort has announced “THE FINAL STRAW” initiative. Aimed at protecting the…
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Trade News
Timbavati Welcomes New Warden
GREATER KRUGER NATIONAL PARK, 15 August 2018 – The Timbavati Private Nature Reserve has formally welcomed their new Warden, Edwin Pierce,…
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Sustainable Tourism
Ford Provides Grants for Conservation in Africa
PRETORIA, South Africa – Conservation and related education projects in Kenya, Mozambique and Tanzania have gained new impetus following the…
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Trade News
Seychelles to Speak at Pacific Islands Conference
Former Seychelles President James Alix Michel has been invited to attend the 1st High-Level Pacific Blue Economy Conference (PBEC) under…
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Will Trump’s Climate Accord Exit Impact Africa?
Paris and Washington may seem a long way from Africa, but President Trump’s actions in exiting the USA from the…
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Environment
The Impact of Drought on SA’s Wildlife Environment
To provide a better understanding of Tourism Tattler’s feature regarding the impact of drought on South Africa’s game reserves and…
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Environment
Taking Action Against Plastic
To kerb the disastrous environmental impact of plastics, a new report released by the World Economic Forum provides a tangible…
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Environment
Enviro Rehab Project in Eastern Cape
A long-term project that aims to eradicate alien invasive plant species and re-introduce endemic flora is underway at Lalibela Private…
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Environment
War Against Alien Invasive Trees
The ‘big guns’ in the arsenal of alien invader trees are the Australian wattles (Acacia spp.), gum trees (Eucalyptus spp.),…
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Environment
Case Study: The Boardwalk’s Environmental Sustainability
The Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment World in Port Elizabeth continues to subscribe by its mantra; reduce, reuse and recycle −…
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Post Social
Great Plains Conservation + andBeyond Join Forces for Rhino
With rhino poaching at an all-time high in South Africa, two of Africa’s leading conservation companies, Great Plains Conservation and…
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Conservation
The Economics Of The Illegal Wildlife Trade
The illegal trade of animals or animal parts has become one of the most lucrative black market activities in the…
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