HESC mourns the passing of Allan Pretorius
The 22nd of February was a very difficult day for all of us at HESC. We tragically lost Allan Pretorius - a colleague, friend and, even though not by blood,…
Tribute to John Seerane by Lente Roode
On Saturday 9 April 2016 we laid John Seerane to rest. He was buried next to my mother, father and my husband Johann on my farm, Hoedspruit Plaas. John was not…
In gratitude for over 2 decades of loyal service
We would like to thank one of our most loyal and hardworking staff members for her dedication and commitment to the centre. Lafisie Malokoane is finally taking a well-deserved retirement…
We bid farewell to Gretha Scheepers – Dec 2009 – February 2015
Gretha joined HESC 6 years ago as the curio shop manager. She learned all about guests’ preferences and tastes when it came to this retail outlet. She did an amazing…
Farewell Ilana Mahoney
The Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre bids farewell to one of its finest staff members, Ilana Mahoney. Four years ago this spirited woman from Port Elizabeth walked into the Centre with…
Spotlight on: Leandri Weerts and Sydney Staples
Leandri Weerts is our new admin assistant (aka front-office lady). After studying Travel and Tourism, Leandri landed up on our doorstep, where she holds the title as the first person that…
Spotlight on: Ruan Roos
Introducing Ruan Roos, the latest addition to our team! Ruan was a manager of a restaurant and bar for two years in Polokwane before deciding to follow his passion for…
Spotlight on: Heinrich De Jager and Kobus Erasmus
Last month was full of goodbyes and hellos! The HESC team bid a sad farewell to two of our longest-standing guides, Tokkie and Danie, who moved on to new opportunities.…
Simon Mnisi our star intern
In 2010, the U.S. Friends of HESC approached Siboyane High School in Acornhoek in order to give one of their learners the opportunity of a life time. A student…
Spotlight on: Renier Pretorius
Renier arrived at the HESC on 3 February to work as a tour guide. After studying in the field of nature conservation, he worked in construction for a while. However,…