There are plenty of climate-change documentary’s to keep you thinking about the choices you’ve made in life. We’ve listed our top 10 documentaries that will make you think twice about how you interact with the planet and what you eat.
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Debbie Hathway couldn’t resist an invitation from Tintswalo Boulders in Cape Town to join a marine safari – in the area where renowned cinematographer Craig Foster filmed My Octopus Teacher.
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Does the idea of participating in elephant and rhino research and monitoring activities appeal to you? It’s not common that one can join the conservation team on these activities. Tintswalo Lapalala has now opened up this experience to all.
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The Two Oceans Aquarium has become the second African institution to join the Global Coalition ‘United for Biodiversity’. As the first South African representatives, the Aquarium joins the growing list of international organisations supporting the protection of global biodiversity.
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Explorer and adventurer, Mike Horn is no stranger to taking on expeditions to raise awareness. But what is the back story to these expeditions? Mike is offering a series of virtual conferences covering three expeditions that he has rarely spoken about publicly.
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We are so excited about the Beyond Walls Project. Monumental frescoes by French-Swiss artist Saype have been laid out on the ground in Cape Town to depict unity. There couldn’t be a better time in our world for this message than now. And it’s no wonder that this unique global concept has chosen Cape Town as one of its canvasses.
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A classic wristwatch is a timeless and stylish gift. The end of the year marks a time when gifts are often exchanged to celebrate a graduation or religious occasion or to reward exemplary performance in the workplace. Here are our top picks to help you count your blessings.
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Fish People tells the stories of a unique cast of characters who have dedicated their lives to the sea. This beautifully filmed documentary is one in a series produced for Patagonia Films.
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The Ocean Race, the world’s toughest, fully-crewed around the world sailing race, has enthralled and inspired a global audience since 1973. At the same time the Race has provided new perspectives on the ocean. High quality oceanographic data can now be relayed ashore in real-time to improve models and predictions on ocean health and climate. Along with the 11th Hour Racing Team, The Ocean Race is determined to use its global platform to educate and spread the word about ocean health issues – and to promote available solutions.
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From ages two to 82, South Africans of all ages, shapes and sizes took to the water in the Little Optimist Global Challenge. Dams, swimming pools and even fish tanks hosted the tiny boats and their over-sized occupants. The 10 day challenge involved people spending time in Optimists (boats designed for children), was all in aid of a good cause. And not just one good cause, but many.