Conservation Global continuously runs research programs whereby we aim to offer tangible assistance to conservation issues in Southern Africa. Here, we have displayed here only a part of our ideas and programmes.
Our research programs have spanned from thesis work to independent interests, and from clinical research on parasitology to qualitative research on regional food systems. We operate with a system of reciprocity, whereby our local partners work together with CG throughout the year and together we design interesting research projects that provide real help to conservation and provide a unique platform for students or researchers.
The Seed Project (TSP)’s mission is to support the development of integrated small-scale organic gardens, support the garden’s…
The Eden Honeybee Project (EHBP) is a project to help local beekeepers maintain healthy beehives. Named “Eden” because…
Telediagnosis approach in wild ruminants of an African park with parasitic formless Dr. Gianluca Zaffarano spent one-month with…
Francesca spent a month with Conservation Global conducting research and furthering her knowledge of parasites in wild felines,…
The Food Security Project aimed to identify and foster an understanding of the factors that promote or hinder…
Thandora, a zoo elephant for more than 25 years, was released into a wild area after public pressure…
I spent two weeks in South Africa with Conservation Global in a partnered trip with Franklin University Switzerland. It is safe to say that these two weeks are by far the most memorable of my life thanks to the effort Conservation Global put into both the educational and adventurous aspects of our trip. From hiking up Lion’s Head in Cape Town, diving with Great White sharks in the Indian ocean, and near encounters with the endangered White Rhinoceros, this NGO helped plan an incredible experience for my research conservation class. If it were not for Conservation Global I do not think we could have done many of the activities we did- such as engage with students at Tsiba College on issues of sustainability on our campuses, and meet and listen to Mark Rutherford lecture on how to run Gondwana Game Reserve. I will forever be grateful for these two weeks and for all of the hard work Conservation Global put into this experience!
Conservation Global provided a comprehensive and engaging travel experience for a group of seasoned travelers. My expectations were exceeded due to the organization’s ability to strike a balance between learning and fun, academics were firmly grounded as the motivation for all activities. We had access to sustainability focused thought leaders who were great privileges to learn from; many of whom were only accessible through this fantastic organization and their vast network of environmentalists. From a beautiful sunrise hike of Lion’s Head in Cape Town to spending time with the students at Tsiba college in Knysna, I would happily relive this trip in a heartbeat. I am grateful for Conservation Global and the time and energy they put in to ensure a memorable, inspiring and educational South African adventure for all involved.