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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 [...]
SANParks Honorary Rangers and FGASA collaborate on book drive for SANParks Rangers
FGASA has been approached by the South African National Parks (SANParks) Honorary Rangers (SHR) to assist in a book donation drive. The aim of the drive is to equip libraries at rangers' stations throughout the reserves with textbooks and reference books. The SANParks Rangers are responsible for protecting these iconic [...]
In memorial: FGASA pays tribute to Johan Fourie (September 1951 – January 2024)
It is with great sadness that we as FGASA announce the passing of one of our most respected and accomplished members, Johan Fourie. Johan had a long and successful career with SANParks, first as a Trails Ranger and with time progressing into environmental education and social ecology, finally moving on [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
#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 [...]
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