Africa

Hope Africa Hope Africa- The social development department of the Anglican Diocese of Cape Town, HOPE Africa is engaged in development and upliftment of severely disadvantaged communities. Donald Gordon Foundation Donald Gordon Foundation- Project information about the education, welfare, healthcare and wildlife donations given by this private family foundation. Cape Flats Development Association Cape Flats Development Association- Descriptions of the programs run by this community based child and family organization in Cape Town. Includes micro-enterprise programs and HIV… Beth Uriel Home Beth Uriel Home- A week in the life of this charity helping marginalised teenagers acquire vocational skills; with photos and personal profiles of those helped. Brotherhood of the Blessed Gérard Brotherhood of the Blessed Gérard- Details and photographs about the school, children's home, AIDS education projects and other social projects run by a Roman Catholic NGO around … The South African Institute of Aquatic Biodiversity (SAIAB) The South African Institute of Aquatic Biodiversity (SAIAB)- Conservation of aquatic environments. Educational programs, research, publications and press releases. Department of Water Affairs & Forestry, Working for Water Department of Water Affairs & Forestry, Working for Water- Invasive alien plants pose a direct threat to South Africa's water security. The fight against these plants is spearhead… Water Institute of SA (WISA) Water Institute of SA (WISA)- Provides a forum for the exchange of information and views to improve water resource management in Southern Africa with focus on South Africa. Water Research Commission (WRC) Water Research Commission (WRC)- Comprehensive information that includes research projects and findings, publications, news and media releases as well as annual reports. Treehaven Waterfowl Trust Treehaven Waterfowl Trust- An oasis comprising 30 acres of specially developed wetlands dedicated to the world's waterfowl. River Ranger River Ranger- Program to train community members in river management. Objectives, FAQ, wetlands and invader plants information. SA Metal Group - Waste Control SA Metal Group - Waste Control- Officially contracted by the City of Cape Town for weekly collection of recyclable materials. Information on the process and contact details. RE SA RE SA- Dedicated to waste management practices together with municipalities, co-operatives and community based projects that focus on uplifting previously disadvantaged communitie… The Glass Recycling Company The Glass Recycling Company- National organisation responsible for facilitating the recovery of waste glass for recycling. Publishes glass bank locations, interesting facts on gla… Institute of Waste Management (IWMSA) Institute of Waste Management (IWMSA)- A multi professional disciplinary organisation to promote the science and practice of waste management. Policies, education and training, in… Collect-A-Can Collect-A-Can- Joint venture between ArcelorMittal and Nampak. Benefits and process of recycling cans. PET Plastic Recycling South Africa (PETCO) PET Plastic Recycling South Africa (PETCO)- Recycling company specialising in the recycling of PET bottles and products. Information on recyclers and drop-off centres. National Recycling Forum (NRF) National Recycling Forum (NRF)- Provides information on materials recovery and recycling in South Africa. Paper Recycling Association of South Africa (PRASA) Paper Recycling Association of South Africa (PRASA)- Offers statistics, map with locations of South African paper mills that use recovered paper, Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)… Fynbos Reserve Farm 215 Fynbos Reserve Farm 215- More than 400 fynbos related photos taken in the Overberg, Western Cape. The site offers detailed information on the various plants, a species list and re… The Fern Society of Southern Africa The Fern Society of Southern Africa- Aims to protect indigenous ferns, research their cultivation and disseminate information. Image gallery, membership information and details on… Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy- Provides landowners with guidance and expertise in conservation. Information on fynbos, objectives and conservancies. The Cycad Society of South Africa The Cycad Society of South Africa- Provides information about mission and membership, the quarterly journal, pages with photos and information on individual species, and general a… PlantZAfrica PlantZAfrica- Detailed information about plants native to Southern Africa and South Africa maintained by members of the National Botanical Institute of South Africa. Includes red … South African Association for Marine Biological Research (SAAMBR) South African Association for Marine Biological Research (SAAMBR)- A non-governmental association for marine science, conservation and education. Oceanographic Research Institute (ORI) Oceanographic Research Institute (ORI)- Strives to stimulate community awareness of the marine environment through education and promote wise, sustainable use of marine resources … South African National Energy Development Institute South African National Energy Development Institute- Is tasked with developing human capital in the energy research sector and also with funding fundamental and applied research i… Sustainable Energy Society of Southern Africa (SESSA) Sustainable Energy Society of Southern Africa (SESSA)- A non profit organisation that is dedicated to the use of renewable energy and energy efficiency. Competitions, media centre… Coalition Against Nuclear Energy South Africa (CANE) Coalition Against Nuclear Energy South Africa (CANE)- CANE is a group of organisations,communities and private citizens that are opposed to nuclear energy as a power source. Petit… Energy Research Centre (ERC) Energy Research Centre (ERC)- The ERC is a multi-disciplinary energy research centre, housed in the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment at the University of Cape Town. The Fossil Fuel Foundation of Africa The Fossil Fuel Foundation of Africa- Organisation constituted to further science and technology in the carbon and energy industries. Information about South Africa's coal resourc… WWF WWF- Autonomous member of the World Wide Fund For Nature which it represents in South Africa. Comprehensive articles on activities, environment news, travel section and competitio… Care for Wild Africa Care for Wild Africa- Offers wildlife management courses aimed at preserving Africa's natural heritage. Includes details of the courses, what to bring and the venue. The National Zoological Gardens of South Africa The National Zoological Gardens of South Africa- The main zoo in Pretoria is complemented by the wild animal breeding facilities in Lichtenburg and Potgietersrust. Features zoo ov… Johannesburg Zoo Johannesburg Zoo- News and information for visitors including events, tours, animals and membership. South Africa. Siyafunda Conservation in South Africa Siyafunda Conservation in South Africa- Offers volunteers the opportunity to take part in research and monitoring activities in the Greater Makalali Private Game Reserve. Vets4Africa Vets4Africa- Offers veterinary science professionals a chance to experience Africa in a way to complement their professional interests. Includes details of options and tours. The SanWild Wildlife Trust The SanWild Wildlife Trust- Protected habitat for injured, orphaned and traumitised wild animals in South Africa. Background information, notice board, photographs and movies comp… Biodynamic Agricultural Association of South Africa (BDAASA) Biodynamic Agricultural Association of South Africa (BDAASA)- A non-profit voluntary association for individuals who are practising biodynamic farming. Recommended reading, events… Agricultural Economics Association of South Africa (AEASA) Agricultural Economics Association of South Africa (AEASA)- The main objectives is to promote research in agricultural economics by arranging discussions on a national level. Publ… Biowatch South Africa Biowatch South Africa- Non-governmental organisation that focuses on issues of genetic modification. Both rural offices work with small scale farmers on sustainable agriculture, f… Potatoes South Africa Potatoes South Africa- Consumer and industry information. Includes prices, recipes, nutrition, kids corner, cultivars, research and exports. Agricultural Research Council Agricultural Research Council- Substantial data on projects and training courses as well as horticulture, grain and industrial crops, livestock, natural resources and sustainable … Food & Trees for Africa Food & Trees for Africa- Introduction to programmes and projects about urban greening and food gardening. Offering a forum, CO₂calculator as well as a green contractor / supplier … Tennis South Africa Tennis South Africa- Governing Body for tennis in South Africa. Rankings for professional players and national amateur players from South Africa. Hillcrest Tennis Club Hillcrest Tennis Club- Lists the activities and venues of this Durban based club. Beachbum Beachbum- Find accommodation near your favorite surfing spots in South Africa. Billabong Pro Competition Billabong Pro Competition- Coverage of the Billabong Pro surfing contest at Jeffreys Bay Wavescape Wavescape- Surfers' guide to South Africa. Surf reports, slang dictionary, travel information and surf art. McCarthy 4x4 Club McCarthy 4x4 Club- Provides a venue at Wolwekloof, just outside Pretoria on the N4 to Witbank.