June 18, 2013

Good plans make good parks

A winning conservation and development recipe Text by Linda Baker & Ed Humphrey / Photographs by Paul van Schalkwyk  A patchwork of small parks, conservancies and […]
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June 21, 2013

Tourism and Wildlife Concessions

The successes and challenges of delivering benefits Text Ed Humphrey and Andy Thomson and main photograph by Linda Baker  Namibia has the natural and cultural capital […]
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July 15, 2019
Plastic-free July

Why We Need to be Plastic-Free in July

We can’t all go out and buy Teslas, so instead, go plastic-free this July. It’s certainly a lot more complicated than dedicating a single month to reducing our use of plastic, but migrating from plastic-purchasing to a waste-reducing consumer requires us to start with baby steps. It’s much more sustainable and cultivates a lifestyle, rather than a fad.
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March 1, 2024

Making Mindful Moves along coastal shores

Making mindful travel choices helps us to slow down and appreciate the finer details of what is going on around us. This can have a positive effect on our carbon footprint and the environment, whilst supporting local markets and people. We have created a list of a few of the mindful, conscious or environmentally friendly places you can visit on your trip to the coastal town of Swakopmund.
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March 7, 2025

The sound of silence

The NamibRand Nature Reserve has made history as Africa’s first Wilderness Quiet Park, a prestigious recognition that underscores the reserve’s commitment to responsible, noise-conscious tourism. Awarded by Quiet Parks International (QPI), NamibRand became only the fourth location worldwide to receive this honour. The Wilderness Quiet Park accolade recognises vast, pristine areas offering exceptional sonic beauty and extended periods of natural quiet – a rare and modern luxury that enhances both human wellbeing and ecological health.
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