WESSA Annual Review: 2022-2023

Furthermore, we have enhanced our tertiary component by introducing practical activities aimed at enriching classroom learning. The programme encompasses scientific data collection and analysis, utilizing a wide range of survey techniques and statistical approaches in the fields of Conservation, Environmental Science, and Eco tourism. Tertiary institutions such as UNISA, Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT), University of the Free State (UFS), Vaal University of Technology (VUT), and two departments from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) have enjoyed their stays at our three education centers. Our centers were delighted to host the annual Hilton Journey Programme for Hilton College. The 10th-grade students embarked on a 15-day hike covering approximately 200 kilometers. Additionally, this hike provided time for introspection and solitude, allowing each boy to reflect and refocus individually. The boys also had the opportunity to enjoy cycling and paddling across the Albert Falls Dam. They shared inspiring stories of personal growth and transformation after completing the journey.

IMPACT

377 Total educators

9 654 Total learners

4 774 Visitors into the reserve

14 805 Total people

Total people reached across centres

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