By Carien Meyer What are Biodiversity Hotspots? Have you heard the term biodiversity hotspot, and if so, do you know what does it means or why it’s important? And did you know that the Gouritz Cluster Biosphere Reserve (GCBR) is home to three biodiversity hotspots!...
Nelisiwe Khusi 1, Rita Liebenberg 1, Dr Donovan Kotze 2 1 Gouritz Cluster Biosphere Reserve (GCBR),2 Barry Street, Riversdale, 6670, Western Cape2 Centre for Water Resources Research, University of KwaZulu-Natal 1. Broomvlei Wetland Overview The Broomvlei wetland,...
By Nelisiwe Khusi September marked the celebration of two important environmental events: World Water Monitoring Day and World Rivers Day. These days highlight the importance of protecting our water resources and preserving the health of rivers. As global water...
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 option—a...
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 Youth...
“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...
by Louis Jordaan (GCBR Klein Karoo Extension Officer) Some would say that promoting the good qualities of porcupines amongst the farmers I engage with is looking for trouble; however, they are often surprised to learn the major role these shy, nocturnal animals play...
By Nelisiwe Khusi May 25, 2024, is World Fish Migration Day, a global celebration to raise awareness of the importance of free-flowing rivers and migratory fish. The theme for 2024 is "Free Flow." The Importance of Fish Migration Fish migration is a natural phenomenon...
by Jolandie Buck (GCBR Extension Officer) Have you ever wondered how much plant diversity there really is on the road verge? While travelling along a 16km stretch of dirt road, I noted 73 different plant species and identified many spiders, insects, birds and more....
Global Recycling Day is observed annually on 18 March and aims to highlight recycling as an important global issue that requires an integrated approach and urges people to think “resource” not “waste” when it comes to the goods around us. With the mounting pressure on...