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Feature Blog by Don Scott from Tanda Tula  I have recently been reading a “History of the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve” and it struck me that, in the decades since the establishment of Private Game Reserves in the Kruger Lowveld [...]

I’m Daniel Joubert, a practical year student at Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. I grew up in Krugersdorp, where my family still resides. Coming from a family with no prior ties to the conservation field, I saw Timbavati as the perfect [...]

Careers in Conservation Expo & Fun Day 2024 Feature Blog - Written by Faith Ngwenya from the Timbavati Foundation  Working in an environment where conservation is not only promoted but actively practiced has made every day an exciting learning experience [...]

The Timbavati Traverse 2024 was an unforgettable experience, filled with eager smiles, awe-inspiring wildlife sightings, and the incredible spirit of community coming together for a cause. The adventure kicked off with the pre-event registration on the 20th of September, where [...]

Feature blog by Makanyi Private Game Lodge. When you think of a safari, images of lions, elephants, and antelopes likely come to mind. However, there’s a hidden gem in the wild that often goes unnoticed but plays a crucial role [...]

On the 6th July, the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve held its 69th Annual General Meeting (AGM), a significant event that brought together the Timbavati Membership to discuss and shape the future of the reserve. The AGM is not only a [...]

Written by Almero Bosch - Timbavati PNR Ecologist Background The Wiggill and de Vos properties were incorporated on 2 March 2024.  Elephants as a species were not present in the area before the incorporation, thus no Elephant impact existed on [...]

Feature Blog by Rockfig Safari Lodge Cultivating sustainable luxury under the African sun Welcome to Rockfig Safari Lodge, where luxury and sustainability intertwine beneath the African sun! In this article, we share our sustainability journey so far. From an organic [...]

Reflect on the indelible legacy of Godfrey Mathebula, fondly remembered as the ‘Man with a Million Dollar Smile,’.