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
Stronger Shores, Cleaner Seas: WESSA’s Coastal Programme in Action
Green Coast aims to strengthen sustainable development along South Africa’s coastline by linking biodiversity care with nature-based tourism.
KZN: Learners mark Arbor Month and join the One Million Trees project
In celebration of Arbor Month, WESSA’s Youth Team joined hands with learners and educators across KwaZulu-Natal to make a lasting impact through tree planting sessions.
WESSA 99th Annual General Meeting 2025
The 99th AGM will take place on Saturday 4th October 2024 at 09h00, as an online meeting. If you would like to attend, please click here to register and join.
NB: deadline for online registration is Monday 29th September, 17h00.
Glencore schools take action for Clean-up and Recycle SA Week
From 15–19 September 2025, Glencore-funded schools joined the national Clean-up and Recycle SA Campaign Week, a highlight on the environmental calendar that inspires communities to tackle waste and embrace sustainable living.
‘The Last Ranger’ film inspires the next generation at Addo Elephant National Park
This Heritage Month, on 22 and 24 September, WESSA brought the magic of cinema and conservation together, hosting two special screenings of The Last Ranger for 300 children from communities neighbouring Addo Elephant National Park.
WESSA partners with Sustainability Summit Africa 2025 – Where Strategy Meets Impact
We’re proud to announce that WESSA is an official partner of Sustainability Summit Africa 2025. Taking place on 16 September 2025 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, the summit brings together sustainability champions, procurement leaders, and innovators...
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