WESSA Annual Review: 2022-2023

Masibulele collects observational data that supports the water quality monitoring programme at the Chintsa East Green Coast site. Noluvuyo Stofile, a Groen Sebenza intern hosted by WESSA as a Green Coast Steward, helps a National Pollution lab technician to collect water quality data from the Chintsa Estuary. This from part of the Habitat monitoring programme for the Chintsa Green Coast site, which is focusing on estuary health. Thofu

The WESSA Green Coast Programme is steadily growing, and we look forward to establishing new partnerships and expanding the number of sites across South African coastal municipalities. The potential for the Green Coast model to have a far-reaching impact in coastal conservation and sustainable tourism sectors is truly exciting. As we anticipate the upcoming Blue Flag and Green Coast Awards Event, we are eager to continue this journey with our funders and partners, fostering a shared commitment to preserving our coastal assets for generations to come.

4 Habitats monitored through citizen science

4 Green Coast sites

1 Species monitored through citizen science

2 Municipalities

3 Civil society implementers

23 Coastal and community clean up events

1 Civil society supporter

16 Environmental Education events conducted by Green Coast implementers

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