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FGASA collaborates with the Department of Tourism: Online lectures for guides
The Department of Tourism will be hosting a series of virtual lectures for the tourist guiding sector. The Covid-19 pandemic has had devastating effects on the global tourism sector, particularly the tourist guides who are usually at the forefront of the tourists’ experience. We are aware that tourism activities have [...]
Celebrating FGASA Women in 2021
As we come to the end of Women’s month, FGASA would like to salute some of the female guides in our industry. David Batzofin got to chat with Melanie Groenewald, Zanelle Ovendale and Emily Whiting. Melanie D.B: Tell me a bit about yourself? My name is Melanie Groenewald and I am [...]
The FGASA Trails Guide Journey – What you need to know
WHAT DO I NEED TO BEGIN MY TRAILS GUIDE JOURNEY You need to have achieved the Apprentice Field Guide NQF2 qualification as a self study guide or be on course with a FGASA endorsed training program with a Training Provider. Comply to all legal requirements (CATHSSETA) as well as [...]
Open letter from the FGASA Managing Director
Hello to all FGASA members, supporting lodges, businesses, volunteers and staff, As we navigate this pandemic and the impact it has had on our guides and the tourism industry as a whole, I am overwhelmed by the unquestionable character, support and strength of our community. Like other industry organisations devastated by [...]
Kloofendal Nature Reserve ads value to FGASA members in Gauteng
FGASA is very excited to announce a new collaboration between Friends of Kloofendal at Kloofendal Nature Reserve and FGASA. There are many learners in the Gauteng area, who opt for the self-study option for the theory component of the Apprentice Field Guide (NQF2), but then have difficulty with being able to [...]
FGASA Executive Committee and Board update
Well done to Brett Heasman ! Brett has been appointed to the FGASA Executive Committee and will represent the Lowveld South region. Brett, in his role as an Executive member, takes the responsibility of representing FGASA and all its members within the Lowveld South region, whilst contributing to and making decisions [...]
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