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SUMMARY:The Big Biodiversity Challenge 2025
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development  \nThe Big Biodiversity Challenge returns for 2025 with a call to action: how can we live in harmony with nature while meeting the needs of people and communities? This year’s theme asks Grade 6–9 learners across the Western Cape to explore the balance between ecological health and human development\, from food systems to energy use\, waste\, water and urban living.  \nOrganised by the Western Cape Environmental Education Friends (WCEEF) in partnership with CapeNature\, SANBI\, SANParks\, Nature Connect\, Working on Fire (WoF)\, Two Oceans Aquarium\, the Western Cape Government’s DEA&DP\, and the Western Cape Education Department\, the challenge encourages learners to think critically and creatively about real-world environmental issues.  \nWhat to Submit:  \nLearners may enter as individuals or in groups and are invited to submit projects in any of the following formats:  \n\nEssays (up to 1\,000 words) \n\n\nPresentations (Google Slides\, PowerPoint\, etc.) \n\n\nEco app or tech concepts (mock-ups\, feature lists or demo videos) \n\n\nSocial action projects (e.g. a recycling drive\, school garden\, or clean-up campaign\, documented in photos\, reports or video) \n\n\nCreative works (poetry\, performance\, visual art\, or music\, with an explanation of how it links to the theme) \n\nAll submissions should clearly link back to this year’s focus: how can we design solutions that respect biodiversity while supporting the wellbeing of people and planet alike?  \nParticipants may enter here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctcCstU8vOBzTLCViJPtif7pNazvxjGLooOYFbFqv61BJVMg/viewform  \n  \n \nPast Inspiration  \n  \nLast year\, learners impressed judges with innovative and heartfelt entries. Grade 6 learners Benjamin Banda and Polite Masango from Orangekloof Primary used a powerful combination of visual art\, poetry\, and live performance to raise awareness about water pollution and the human behaviours driving it. Their entry called for change through both emotional storytelling and practical action.  \nInstagram video of Benjamin and Polite: https://youtu.be/QeSqSPRuuRw \nBenjamin Draper from Pinelands North Primary earned second place with his ecosystem restoration concept for the Elsies River canal. His plan to rewild the urban waterway  (using reeds to reduce pollution and restore habitat)\, captured the essence of sustainable development by offering a nature-based solution within a human-altered space.  \nInstagram video of Benjamin: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBGeCo1qL5Y/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==   \nFrom the tech side\, Yameen Jeebhay of Westerford High developed an idea for a Conservationist Badge App\, a tool that rewards users for taking part in real-world environmental activities. His idea showed how technology can support behavioural change and build a culture of sustainability.  \n Instagram video of Yameen: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBGyBPZKPgZ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==  
URL:https://old-ssphub.natureconnect.earth/event/the-big-biodiversity-challenge-2025/
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SUMMARY:The Jungle Theatre presents "African Folktales Festival"
DESCRIPTION:The Jungle Theatre is offering free limited tickets to their African Folktales show\, River of Life\, taking place on Wednesday\, 25 June (12:00 -13:30pm) at the Wave Theatre Cafe on 44 Long Street. \nThe tickets are available on a first-come\, first-served basis\, so if you’re interested\, please contact them as soon as possible. This offer is extended to schools\, groups\, organisations and families. \nWhile this is a complimentary opportunity\, voluntary donations to support their initiatives are warmly welcomed. \nPlease note: Transportation is not included\, so the school or organization will need to arrange its own transport. \nTo book contact Lunga on 072 908 5160 or email: admin@jungletheatre.co.za (for free tickets) \nThe following shows will be performed: \n1. Captain Kwanda’s Fanplastic Adventures. The story is a fun way for young learners to understand the effects of ocean pollution and climate change also empowering them with practicable steps they can take to make a difference.\nCaptain Kwanda and his turtle friend\, Fin\, sail around the Cape coast and beyond in search of sunken treasures from old shipwrecks. Suddenly a strange storm brews when the Ocean Spirit\, Lwandle\, pays them a visit and gives Kwanda the power to speak to all ocean creatures. They are sent on a quest to help sea animals affected by plastic pollution. Captain Kwanda is rewarded with a different treasure and earns a new name – Captain Fanplastic. \n2. River of Life\, a musical\, physical\, interactive production that takes learners on a journey of discovery beginning with water cycle and teaching about key issues such as water quality and pollution\, water security and the important role that communities play in protecting this precious resource. \nThe dates and times for other performances are as follows: \n\nTuesday 24 June / 10:00 – 11:30 – Captain Kwanda’s Fanplastic Adventures\nTuesday 24 June / 12:00 – 13:30 – River of Life\nWednesday 25 June / 10:00 – 11:30 – Captain Kwanda’s Fanplastic Adventures\nWednesday 25 June / 12:00 -13:30pm – River of Life\n\nTo book use this link: https://forms.gle/FXaALnMqsLVhEHkT8
URL:https://old-ssphub.natureconnect.earth/event/african-folktales-festival/
LOCATION:Wave Theatre Cafe\, 44 Long Street\, Cape Town\, Western Cape\, South Africa
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SUMMARY:Wetland Warriors Festival
DESCRIPTION:🌿 Wetland Warriors Festival 🌿\nHosted by Guardians of the Deep NPC & Silvermine Academy \nJoin us for the very first Wetland Warriors Festival\, a two-day celebration of the Sun Valley Wetlands! \n📅 Date: 24 & 25 June 2025\n🕗 Time: 08:00 – 12:00\n📍 Location: Silvermine Academy \n🐸 Why Wetlands Matter:\nWetlands are essential as fish nurseries\, biodiversity hotspots\, and natural water filters. Sadly\, they’re under threat from: \n\nInvasive alien plants\nErosion & pollution\nDevelopment & draining\nExcess nutrients\nBurning & mining\n\nLet’s stand together to protect them. 🌍 \nFestival Highlights:\n24 June\n🥾 Wetland Hike – Explore the Silvermine Nature Area with Sun Valley Eco Watch & Friends of Silvermine Nature Area. \n25 June\n🔬 MiniSASS at Chebec Pond – Citizen science water testing with Sun Valley Eco Watch\n🧹 Wetland Clean-Up – Help TMNP Central restore beauty and balance\n🌱 Fynbos Restoration – Get your hands dirty with FynbosLIFE\n🌿 Alien Clearing (Hacking) – Support conservation efforts with FOSNA\n🔥 Project KNEXS – Enjoy fireside storytelling & homecooked lunch with Forever Young Seniors \nHow You Can Help:\n✅ Don’t litter\n✅ Don’t use poisons\n✅ Plant locally indigenous species \nSun Valley wetlands are home to a vibrant mix of insects\, reptiles\, birds\, and fish – and they need your voice and action. \nLet’s come together as a community to celebrate\, restore\, and protect this vital ecosystem.
URL:https://old-ssphub.natureconnect.earth/event/wetland-warriors-festival/
LOCATION:Silvermine Academy\, 44 Brigantine Avenue\, Fish Hoek\, Western Cape\, 7975\, South Africa
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