BirdLife South Africa works to conserve South Africa’s birds and their habitats through evidence-based action, advocacy and community engagement. Our work spans science, policy and on-the-ground programmes that tackle the key threats facing bird populations and the ecosystems on which they depend. We also support birders and citizen scientists, build conservation partnerships locally and across southern Africa, and strive to ensure that conservation policy and land use decisions reflect sound environmental science and the needs of both wildlife and people.
As the South African partner of BirdLife international, our work contributes to a…
Crisis Reporting: South African media has been recognized for its coverage of
crises, including natural disasters and public health emergencies.
Runway Darling
Fun South African Fact: The Bloukrans Bridge, Western Cape, is the highest commercial natural bungee jump in the world.
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Fun South African Fact: The Union Buildings in Pretoria are home to a larger than life Nelson Mandela statue.