Join us to educate, advocate, and act for a more sustainable planet
Climate change, habitat loss, pollution, species are under threat – everyone needs to get involved in caring for the earth.
WESSA
Wildlife & Environment Society of South Africa
Caring for the Earth for almost 100 years
What we do
WESSA TRAINING ACADEMY
Accredited courses in conservation, tourism guiding, wildlife management and environmental education
EDUCATION CENTRES
Accredited environmental and enrichment experiences for school & youth groups, families and individuals at uMngeni Valley, Twinstreams, and Treasure Beach
SCHOOLS & YOUTH PROGRAMME
Teaching kids about the environment and sustainable use of natural resources
CONSERVATION
Help us protect species under threat, such as the highly endangered pangolin through awareness, education, rescuing & re-wilding
SUSTAINABLE TOURISM
Blue Flag, Green Coast, Green Key SA and the Child Safe Beach Project ensure coastal conservation and high environmental standards
ADVOCACY
Be a voice for the environment, by supporting objective activism that promotes sound environmental governance
Support our work
Join local volunteers in hands on activities to safeguard precious habitats and wildlife.
become a monthly donor
People caring for the earth
Becoming a monthly WESSA donor is one of the most impactful ways you can support meaningful, long-term environmental change.
A monthly gift helps us drive critical work in climate action, biodiversity and habitat protection, and pollution reduction. Your consistent support ensures we can act quickly and strategically in the face of growing environmental threats.
People caring for the earth isn’t just a motto – it’s a movement. Join us today and be the difference.
News at WESSA
Eco-Schools in Action: Teachers and learners drive circular economy projects in the Northern Cape
Teachers and learners are being empowered to explore circular economy principles, develop green business ideas, improve waste management, and strengthen environmental stewardship within their schools.
Learners explore how everyday actions can support a circular economy
Through the Nedbank Eco-Schools Circular Economy Project, youngsters are not only learning about environmental challenges but are becoming part of the solution. For over 70 learners across three schools, World Environment Day became a day to act.
Recognising World Environment Day and Youth Day through WESSA’s partnership with the EPR Waste Association of South Africa (eWASA)
Young environmental champions celebrate World Environment Day through the eWASA SA Waste Management and Education Project, which supports learners and educators to strengthen waste awareness, recycling practices, and environmental action within their school community.
WESSA and Wispeco Aluminium launch an inclusive sensory garden
The Sensory Garden brings new life into an unused outdoor space, transforming it into a welcoming, inclusive environment where learning and nature meet.
ADvTECH Group partnership with WESSA Eco-Schools Programme
Our Eco-Schools theme for June was World Oceans Day, and the spotlight has been placed on three participating schools: Crawford International La Lucia, Crawford International Lonehill, and Elkanah House School in Cape Town.
Making Waves for World Environment Day at Durban Harbour
WESSA partnered with eThekwini Municipality’s Durban Solid Waste department and Transnet for a hands-on clean-up event at the Durban Port
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