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    FGASA Welcomes New Executive Committee Members

    We are proud and excited to introduce you to three new members of the FGASA Executive Committee. All three new additions have extensive experience in South Africa’s tourism sector and years of experience in their guiding careers after gaining their qualifications with FGASA.  We selected these members not only for [...]

    February 5th, 2024|

      Navigating Namibia

      Our Managing Director, Michelle du Plessis, recently visited Namibia with FGASA Assessor and Mentor, Mark Stravarkis. The purpose of this visit was to be present for the FGASA Professional Field Guide assessment of Francois du Plessis (N/a’an ku sê Ecotourism Collection), and the Track and Sign assessments for Francois du Plessis, Zane du Plessis (N/a’an ku sê Ecotourism [...]

      December 7th, 2023|

        Realising Resilience: The 100% Tracker

        Nkosinathi Sibiya's journey began in the rural village of Lillydale, 4km west of the Sabi Sands Game Reserve. His life began under the weight of adversity as his mother grappled with severe illness during her pregnancy. Doubts loomed over her ability to bring him into the world. She named him Nkosinathi—a [...]

        December 6th, 2023|

          #IAMFGASA Good News Story: More Rwanda Guides Receive FGASA Training

          These bright, young, and immeasurably passionate lovers of nature and wildlife have officially begun their FGASA Nature Site Guide NQF2 training under the expert guidance of FGASA Assessor and Field Guide Trainer, Henry Parsons. We are thrilled to see the expansion of our presence throughout Africa, as we extend our [...]

          December 6th, 2023|
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          To our members and friends,

          Please note our offices will be closed for one month over the December 2024 - January 2025 festive season.

          FGASA Offices close: 12:00pm Friday 13 December 2024

          FGASA Offices open: 07:30am Monday 13 January 2025

          We wish all of you a wonderful and peaceful Festive Season and a very happy New Year!

          Here's to a truly excellent 2025!

          Best wishes, the FGASA Team.