As nature awakens from winter dormancy, offering the promise of warmer, longer days and fresh beginnings. This Tourism Month, South […]
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World’s botanists release ten calls for action for a sustainable future
The Madrid Declaration: XX International Botanical Congress (IBC), 2024 Photos by: David Herraez Garcia More than 3,000 botanists from 95 […]
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Charley the elephant to retire from National Zoological Garden
A charming and charismatic member of the National Zoo community who has entertained, enthralled and educated thousands. Charley, the adult […]
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National Zoological Garden Facilities Enhancement Progress
The National Zoological Garden (NZG) in Pretoria is pleased to announce significant progress in its ongoing facility enhancement project, with […]
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Kirstenbosch remains open for visitors
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) has announced today, 30 April 2024, that the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden remains […]
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Ecological infrastructure’s role in water security
Unlocking the Liquid Ledger: Ecological Infrastructure’s role in water security In South Africa, where water scarcity poses a significant challenge […]
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SANBI unveils gardens membership scheme
Inviting a diversity of South Africans in; making the National Gardens accessible and more affordable; inviting people to co-invest in […]
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Minister Creecy launches the 3rd National Status of Biological Invasions in SA
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister, Barbara Creecy, launches the 3rd National Status of Biological Invasions and their […]
Continue readingSANBI responds to reports on the state of the National Zoological Garden in Pretoria
SANBI notes the reports on the state of the National Zoological Garden (NZG). The NZG has been on a facilities […]
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Visit our national botanical gardens this summer
‘Good for the body. Very good for the soul’ The 11 national botanical gardens across South Africa are inviting people […]
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The Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts are back
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden in Cape Town kicks off its 2023/2024 series of Summer Sunset Concerts on Sunday, December 3 […]
Continue readingKirstenbosch named best botanical garden in Africa
‘… a beautiful space to relax and explore the bounties of South Africa’s biodiversity’ The World Luxury Travel Awards has […]
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SANBI welcomes IUCN’s statement on importance of botanic and zoological gardens
SANBI celebrates IUCN affirmation that zoological and botanical gardens are powerful conservation resources SANBI chief executive Shonisani Munzhedzi: “This is […]
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SANBI commemorates World Ocean Day 2023
Celebrating World Ocean Day Tomorrow, Thursday, 8 June 2023, the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) will join the global […]
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Deacon Blue – South Africa Tour
Ricky Ross is thrilled to embark on Deacon Blue’s debut tour of South Africa early next year, saying “We are […]
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