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
Zuzile Mpanza’s remarkable rise with WESSA
In the heart of every conservation effort lies a story of passion ignited and challenges conquered.
The WESSA South32 Eco-Hub Project
Siphokuhle Mdluli and Samkelisiwe Dlanzi are shining examples of how youth empowerment and sustainable agriculture can transform lives and communities.
WESSA uMngeni Valley Education Centre receives accreditation and exhibits from SAASTA
The WESSA uMngeni Valley Education Centre has been officially accredited as a Science Centre by the Department of Science and Innovation
Emihle Mkhize’s green crusade
Emihle, equipped with the skills needed to drive climate justice and environmental advocacy, is inspired to make a positive impact on her school environment
Young environmental reporters raise their voices
Young people across South Africa are being empowered to investigate, document, and communicate environmental issues in their communities, through the ‘Youth Environmental Reporters and Advocates’ (YERA) programme
FEE Global Teacher Award for Aziezah Essop
Aziezah Essop of St Andrew’s School for Girls in Bedfordview, Johannesburg, was recently honoured with the prestigious Foundation of Environmental Education Global Teacher Award. She was the only South African among 17 global winners.
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