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
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
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[ADvTECH Schools] Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future
For World Food Day 2025 on 16 October 2025, learners from Pecanwood College and Crawford International Bryanston rolled up their sleeves to celebrate this global event through meaningful, hands-on learning experiences.
WESSA wins Gold and Bronze at the 2025 Eco-Logic Awards for Eco-Hospitality & Tourism
The Eco-Logic Awards celebrate the people and organisations driving meaningful change towards a sustainable future. We’re deeply honoured to be counted among them.
N3TC project strengthens drought resilience and water security in Free State communities
The WESSA team completed the final implementation visits to the Qalabotjha ECD Centres in Villiers, Free State, marking the successful conclusion of the WESSA–N3 Toll Concession Project.
Glencore-funded schools take action on food waste and sustainability
WESSA conducted a support implementation session with Glencore-funded schools focused on helping address food waste management
International Day of Climate Action with the uMgubandlala Wetlands Project
WESSA joined the uMgubandlala Environmental Initiative in Ndwedwe for a powerful celebration of community-led conservation and climate resilience.
WESSA KZN Members explore, act and connect with nature this October
October was filled with meaningful moments for WESSA KZN members, from forest discoveries to coastal clean-ups, all united by a shared love for nature.
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