Environment

Orphaned Rhino’s Recovery Highlights Endangered Species Day’s Urgent Call

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyMay 20, 2025 114 0

Endangered Species Day, observed on the third Friday in May every year, is a call to protect threatened species, a mission that lies at the heart of every team member…

A New Life Named Lila in the Care of Zululand Rhino Orphanage

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyMay 16, 2025May 16, 2025 217 0

A new baby rhino’s first days were tough. Little Lila lost her mom. The team around her worried. Luckily, she’s in the care of those who know exactly how to…

The New York Times’ Must-See Gardens List Includes a South African Gem!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguy May 15, 2025May 15, 2025 915 0

One of the must-see gardens in the world is right here in South Africa according to the New York Times’ panel of horticultural experts!   Global (15 May 2025) —…

A New Way to Protect One of the Most Threatened Habitats in the World 

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyMay 14, 2025May 14, 2025 103 0

A novel plan to protect one of the most threatened habitats in the world, Renosterveld, is offering people the chance to nurture skills (like cooking or art) while actively contributing…

Rescued Cart Horse “Spikey” Finds Safety and a New Beginning

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyMay 14, 2025May 14, 2025 176 0

A cart horse’s life has taken a turn for the better after being found by a Cart Horse Protection Association patroller, ensuring the poor horse, now named Spikey, never knows…

Elusive Boosmansbos Long-tailed Forest Shrew Recorded for the First Tim in 46 Years!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyMay 14, 2025May 13, 2025 244 0

For the first time in 46 years, the Western Cape’s most mysterious mammal (the elusive Boosmansbos long-tailed forest shrew) has been recorded!   Western Cape, South Africa (14 May 2025)…

“It’s a Win Win”: Programme Teaches Preschoolers Business Skills Using Recycled Treasures

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyMay 13, 2025May 13, 2025 158 0

In the heart of KwaZulu-Natal, preschoolers are becoming tiny entrepreneurs and eco-warriors thanks to an innovative programme led by former principal Scilla Edmonds.   Durban, South Africa (13 May 2025)…

Watch: Micro-film Gives a Glimpse Into the Mind of a Mamba

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyMay 13, 2025May 13, 2025 171 0

A micro-film is spotlighting the Black Mambas, a fierce group of women who work in the Kruger to protect our wildlife.   Kruger National Park, South Africa (13 May 2025)…

Forest-Edge Kids at the Heart of Hiking Boots Initiative

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyMay 13, 2025May 12, 2025 107 0

No longer will nature-curious children have to explore the outdoors in flip-flops or beaten-up school shoes.   Hogsback, South Africa (13 May 2025) — The Wild Bird Trust are on…

River of Change: How One Woman Is Turning Plastic Pollution Into Paint

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeMay 13, 2025May 18, 2025 5,795 0

From plastic pollution to paint pots… one South African woman is proving that nothing is truly waste when innovation and heart collide.   Pretoria, South Africa (13 May 2025) –…