Theme Biodiversity Stewardship and Securing Critical Biodiversity Areas Speaker Willeen Olivier – Department of Environmental Affairs Abstract The main objectives of transfrontier conservation areas (TFCAs) are to sustainably manage shared natural and cultural resources, to foster sustainable socio-economic development, and … Continue reading →
Theme Biodiversity Stewardship and Securing Critical Biodiversity Areas Speaker Emily Taylor – Endangered Wildlife Trust Authors Noza Mathebula – Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Abstract The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (GDARD) is committed to protecting … Continue reading →
Theme Biodiversity Stewardship and Securing Critical Biodiversity Areas Speaker Francois Retief – North West University Authors Reece Alberts – North West University Abstract It is well recognized that protected area expansion targets in South Africa will not be met through … Continue reading →
Theme Biodiversity Stewardship and Securing Critical Biodiversity Areas Speaker Nolwazi Ndimande – University of KwaZulu-Natal Authors Dayle Trotter-Boardman – University of KwaZulu-Natal David Cox – Institute of Natural Resources Nolwazi Ndimande – Duzi-uMngeni Conservation Trust Abstract The concept of biodiversity offsets … Continue reading →
Theme Biodiversity Stewardship and Securing Critical Biodiversity Areas Speaker Rethabile Motloung – South African National Biodiversity Institute Abstract South Africa is a megadiverse country with three declared biodiversity hotspots. This biodiversity is, however, under severe threats associated with habitat loss, … Continue reading →
