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18/09/2026

There are plenty of new arrivals at Vergelegen Wine Estate, where 137 Nguni calves have been born this season, with another eight still due.

The estate’s herd now numbers more than 450 animals, including both pure Nguni cattle and Nguni-Angus crosses.

The cross-breeding programme brings together the Nguni’s hardiness and adaptability with the Angus breed’s growth and size. Nguni cattle are also known for their distinctive multicoloured hides and their ability to thrive in challenging African conditions.

For the team at Vergelegen, each birth is a reminder of the care and commitment involved in managing the herd. For visitors, the calves offer an especially charming sight as they explore their surroundings.

The Nguni can often be spotted when driving into the estate or during the guided Fauna and Flora Eco Tour.

Click the link to read more about Vergelegen’s Nguni nursery and its newest arrivals.

Article: https://www.africansafarisint.co.za/vergelegens-nguni-nursery-welcomes-a-new-generation/

16/09/2026

How many different mushrooms do you think can be found across South Africa?

From striking colours and unusual shapes to species that are easily overlooked, South Africa’s fungi offer an incredible glimpse into the diversity of the natural world.

The revised edition of Field Guide to Mushrooms & other Fungi of South Africa features 420 species, including 220 new entries and more than 1,000 new photographs.

The guide covers key identification features, distribution, habitats, edibility, and toxicity, while also introducing readers to the biology of mushrooms and the important role fungi play in sustaining life.

Whether you enjoy nature walks, mushroom photography, foraging, or simply learning more about the world around you, this beautifully illustrated field guide offers plenty to explore.

Click the link to read more about this fascinating new book.

Article: https://www.africansafarisint.co.za/new-book-field-guide-to-mushrooms-other-fungi-of-south-africa/

14/09/2026

For more than six decades, Dr John Kani has built an influential career as an actor, playwright, mentor and cultural leader.

His work with the Serpent Players and his collaboration with Winston Ntshona and Athol Fugard on The Island helped establish him as one of the defining voices of South African protest theatre.

But Kani’s contribution has never been limited to performance.

Through leadership roles at institutions including the Market Theatre Lab, the National Arts Council and the Apartheid Museum, he has continued to support the development of South Africa’s creative industries and the role of the arts in a democratic society.

An exhibition at the Apartheid Museum, running until 30 November, celebrates key moments from his career and explores the ideas that have shaped his work both on and off the stage.

Kani’s story is a reminder that the performing arts do more than entertain. They can challenge injustice, preserve memory, question the present and help imagine a more equal future.

Read the full article to explore the career and legacy of one of South Africa’s most significant cultural figures.

Article: https://www.africansafarisint.co.za/john-kani-celebrating-six-decades-of-performance-playwriting-and-social-justice/

11/09/2026

Wildlife encounters are at their most meaningful when they leave visitors with a better understanding of the animals they share the environment with.

Crocworld Adventure & Conservation Centre in Scottburgh has brought back its popular snake demonstrations and juvenile crocodile-handling experiences after a winter hiatus.

Led by animal curator Busani Mthiyane, the sessions introduce visitors to reptiles such as ball pythons and Monty, Crocworld’s Burmese python, while occasional demonstrations may also feature venomous species such as the forest cobra under safe, professional handling.

The focus is not simply on getting close to fascinating animals. Visitors can learn about snake identification, species adaptations, South Africa’s snake diversity and how to respond responsibly when encountering a snake in the wild.

The juvenile crocodile experience offers another opportunity to combine education with a supervised wildlife encounter.

Through these programmes, Crocworld continues to show how conservation education can make wildlife more approachable, relevant and memorable for families and visitors of all ages.

Read the full article for details on the animal demonstration schedule.

Article: https://www.africansafarisint.co.za/crocworlds-popular-snake-shows-and-crocodile-encounters-return/

09/09/2026

This September, Zip Zap Circus and School of Rock South Africa are bringing Full Tilt to Cape Town’s District Six, but this is more than a circus production.

The show brings professional acrobats and young musicians together, with the entire score performed live on stage. Instead of performers simply following a fixed soundtrack, the musicians and acrobats respond to one another in real time.

That collaboration feels particularly meaningful at the Homecoming Centre, a space connected to the history and memory of District Six.

There is also a bigger story behind the performers.

Zip Zap has offered free programmes to young people since 1992, when it began with a trapeze bar in a tree in Langa. In 2025 alone, 1,493 young people participated, while more than 25,000 have come through its programmes since inception.

Five of the performers in Full Tilt started their journeys through those programmes and have since become part of Zip Zap’s professional troupe, performing internationally.

That is what investment in the arts can look like in practice.

Not simply entertainment, but access. Confidence. Skills. Creative expression. And opportunities that can take young people far beyond where they started.

Full Tilt runs from 23–26 September, including two performances on Heritage Day.

📍 Homecoming Centre, District Six, Cape Town

🎟️ Tickets range from R180 to R250 and are available via Webtickets.

Get your tickets: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1598730993

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07/09/2026

There is something special about a safari breakfast because the setting becomes part of the experience. Good food, an incredible landscape and the possibility of wildlife appearing at any moment is a pretty unforgettable way to start the day.

07/09/2026

Wildlife like this is a beautiful reminder that survival is as much about strategy as strength. For a lioness hunting in the South Luangwa, every movement, distance and moment of patience can determine whether the hunt succeeds.

04/09/2026

White River is often treated as a place to pass through on the way to the Kruger National Park.

But spend a little more time there and you’ll discover a town with beautiful gardens, local art, character-filled spaces and plenty of photography opportunities.

Four spots in particular stand out:

The Plantsman Eatery & Bakery is a garden-filled setting where early morning light makes breakfast photos especially beautiful.

White River Gallery is a striking building with a corrugated metal exterior, mature trees and glass frontage that creates a unique architectural backdrop.

Gin & Co is a stylish micro-distillery filled with copper lighting, velvet couches, patterned tiles and beautiful bottles that practically beg to be photographed.

ANEW Resort White River Mbombela is a warm, contemporary restaurant with natural light, indoor greenery and earthy textures that work beautifully for both wide and detail shots.

The best part is that you don’t need to be a professional photographer to make the most of these locations. Choosing the right time of day, finding natural light and paying attention to your surroundings can completely change the final image.

So next time you’re travelling through White River, consider stopping instead of simply passing by.

Click the link to discover four of White River’s most Instagrammable spots, and how to get the best shot at each.

Article: https://www.africansafarisint.co.za/4-top-instagrammable-spots-in-white-river-and-how-to-get-the-best-shot-at-each/