CapeNature has compiled State of Biodiversity reports every five years since 2002, and this is the fifth report. Building on the 2017 CapeNature State of Biodiversity Report, the last report published in the series, the 2023 Western Cape State of Biodiversity Report (2023 WC SOBR) covers the period from April 2017 to March 2023.

The State of Environment Outlook Report for the Western Cape (Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health) is produced every five years as stipulated by the National Environment Act. The first report for the Western Cape Government was produced in 2000. The 2024 report is the document through which the Department of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, will make its decisions over the next five years.

A guide to the biological control of alien invasive Hakea species is a manual that allows you to identify the various Hakea species which are declared weeds in South Africa, identify all the biological control agents that are available for use, and how and when to implement these agents. 

This activity book is proudly brought to you by CapeNature and offers various activities around biodiversity. Here, you’ll participate in games that will teach you how to conserve our indigenous fishes and how lowland fynbos works. 

Enjoy colouring in these pictures of the unique plants found in the Western Cape!

Do you know which biodiversity kingdom provides 60% of the world’s medicines? Take our quiz to see how much you know about biodiversity and the Western Cape.

'n Handige inligtingstuk vir alle boere wat wil weet wanneer omgewingsmagtiging benodig word. Gerieflikheidshalwe is daar ook 'n lys van kontakpersone en hulle besonderhede ingesluit.

Join nature lover and conservationist Mbali as she covers all the relevant topics on species conservation and biodiversity from Natural Sciences and Technology subject matter. Learn about what the living and non-living thing is, why ecosystems and interdependence are important, what the biosphere is and what classification is. These videos are aligned to the curriculum on topics covered in the classroom. Available in English, Afrikaans and isiXhosa.

A handy guideline for farmers indicating when one needs environmental authorisation for common farming activities.

Thank you for choosing Goukamma Nature Reserve as your preferred destination. It is a Marine Protected Area, situated on the Garden Route This reserve has a diverse array of fascinating habitats and an abundance of smaller wildlife,birds and fish. 

International Day for Biological Diversity is celebrated on 22 May every year and focuses on issues of biodiversity around the world. Discover what makes the Western Cape’s biodiversity so special and complete the fun activity.