A Legacy of Conservation: The Friends of Tintswalo Projects in the Manyeleti

Community Development and Wildlife Protection

Located in the Manyeleti Nature Reserve, this portfolio brings together conservation and community upliftment. With a great love for Africa's wilderness, wildlife, and people, we are dedicated to spreading the message of conservation and creating a sustainable future.

Our Key Partners Include:

  • Nourish Eco Village
  • Abundant Village
  • Wildlife and conservation partners (including GKEPF and WWF)

Our Programmes & Impact in Action

Wildlife Protection and Conservation (Rhino Dehorning)

Tintswalo has proudly contributed to the dehorning of around 30 rhinos in the Manyeleti. Critically, we bring local schoolchildren to witness these efforts, creating powerful educational moments and fostering the next generation of conservation ambassadors. This extends to programs for local police, SAPS officials, and school principals to ensure community-wide alignment on wildlife protection.

Education and Child Wellbeing (The Kids Program)

For over eight years, we have hosted nearly 3,000 children from local villages in the reserve. Through game drives and engaging discussions, they learn firsthand about saving rhinos and other wildlife, fostering a deep connection to their natural heritage.

Nutrition, Food Security & Community Support

We are committed to direct community support. From clearing the reserve's fence line to create fire breaks, to our Maize Meal Program that supplied 30 schools with food during the pandemic, we ensure vulnerable communities have access to vital nourishment.

Local Enterprise and Sustainable Solutions

We actively contribute to local entrepreneurs and drive sustainability through initiatives like our EcoBrick Recycling program. We collect plastic waste and repurpose it into durable building materials, reducing pollution while supporting community construction projects.

Become a Friend of Tintswalo

We invite you to join us in making a difference. Your support helps us continue our mission to uplift communities, promote conservation, and create sustainable solutions for future generations across all our properties.

For inquiries, please contact Alistair Leuner:

  • Email: alistair@tintswalo.com
  • Phone: 021 773 0700