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GCBR MAB-YOUTH Visit to Montagu to Explore the Sacred and Medicinal Value of Indigenous Plants
From the 27th to 29th of August 2024, the GCBR MAB-YOUTH visited Montagu for a skills development workshop hosted by Anneline Mohammedt. This three-day event was a deep-dive into the rich heritage of African traditional medicine, focusing on the spiritual and...
Two Months in the GCBR Family: A Journey of Conservation and Learning as a Project Support Office
by Somila Liwani “A Day in the Life of a Project Support Officer at Gouritz Cluster Biosphere Reserve” When I joined the Gouritz Cluster Biosphere Reserve (GCBR) two months ago (July 2024), I didn’t realize how varied and impactful my work would be. Each day brings...
National Water Week: Conducting miniSASS with leaners from Voorwaarts Primary School and Gerrit Du Plessis High
By Nelisiwe Khusi The Environmental Department from Hessequa Local Municipality invited the Gouritz Cluster Biosphere Reserve (GCBR) to conduct miniSASS with Grade 7 learners from Voorwaarts Primary School and Grade 10 learners from Gerrit Du Plessis High School...
A Colourful Showcase: Hessequa Inheems 2024 Art Exhibition
The Inheems 2024 Art Exhibition took place on August 23rd and 24th at the Riversdale Civic Center, transforming the venue into a lively tribute to youth, creativity, and the beauty of nature. The Gouritz Cluster Biosphere Reserve (GCBR) partnered with the Hessequa...
Staying Ahead of Foot and Mouth Disease: Preventative Measures for the Western Cape
Gouritz Cluster Biosphere Reserves’ Smallholder Farmer Extension Officer, Simthandile Ponti, and Project Support Officer, Somila Liwani, attended a Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) workshop in Riversdale. The workshop was hosted by Dr. Shaun Morris of Octavoscene (Pty)...
What is an ecobrick?
The Rise of Ecobricks: A Sustainable Solution to Plastic Waste As the world confronts the growing challenge of plastic pollution, the need for creative solutions is increasingly critical. Amid the sustainability movement, ecobricks have surfaced as a viable...
Attending the European Conference on Positive Psychology in Innsbruck
By Dr Arnel Huisamen, GCBR Director Embracing Nature and Coaching at the ECPP 2024 I recently had the pleasure of attending the 11th European Conference on Positive Psychology (ECPP) in Innsbruck, Austria, representing the Gouritz Cluster Biosphere Reserve (GCBR)...
Discover a New Canvas for Creativity: Gelli Printing Workshop with Dina Grobler
Creativity continuously finds new ways to reshape the canvas it emerges from. If you long to break away from the usual techniques, Gelli printing opens up a new territory where creativity and texture come together. Join the amazing Dina Grobler for a fun workshop...
Shark Awareness Day
By Erin Martin, GCBR Intern Every year, on the 14th of July, Shark awareness day is celebrated to raise awareness and to educate the public on the importance of sharks in our marine ecosystems. On this day GCBRs Leila Moosajee and Erin Martin; together with MAB...
2024 Hessequa Mandela Day Celebration
“Empowering Communities Through Skills and Knowledge for Sustainable Development” To celebrate Nelson Mandela Day, the Gouritz Cluster Biosphere Reserve, in collaboration with the Hessequa Local Municipality, Local Government SETA (LGSETA), South Cape TVET College...