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  • Nurturing Nature

    the better place

    Creation of sustainable value systems in communities
  • Empowering Minds

    Grow Trees For YOur Future

  • Preserving Wisdom

    And Enable the Youth to participate

About Us

We Are The Saviours of Planet Earth


Welcome to AESI, where our dedication to nature is intertwined with the empowerment of young minds and the preservation of indigenous wisdom. Join us on a journey to create a world where nature thrives, communities flourish, and the knowledge of our ancestors is cherished.
The African Environmental Services Institute (AESI) was established in September 2014 under an initiative of “Vico Group” in line with the South African government policies and framework, with the support of strategic partners around the globe.
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CLAIMING BACK THE BEAUTY OF THE NATURE

What We Do

Indigenous knowledge

Discover and safeguard indigenous wisdom at AESI, fostering a strong connection between communities and the environment.

Community Engagement

At AESI, community is at the heart of our mission. Join us in building for lasting positive impacts through collaborative work with local residents.

Training and Programs

Empowerment starts with knowledge. Explore our diverse training programs at AESI, designed to equip individuals and communities with the skills.

Projects and Events

Step into the heart of innovation with AESI's impactful projects and events. From groundbreaking conservation initiatives to community-driven events.

Climate and Environment

Navigate climate challenges with AESI. We focus on understanding, mitigating, and adapting to climate change impacts, promoting resilience for ecosystems.

Marine and Coastal Ecosystem Management

Explore marine conservation with AESI. Our efforts sustainably manage vital ecosystems, ensuring ocean health and community well-being.

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Nature Reserve and Parks

Safe and Well-maintained

Springside Nature Reserve

This is a great walking and bird watching venue in the Hillcrest area. The reserve offers wetland, forest and grassland habitats and boasts a bird list of more than 200 species.
Protect Nature

Iphithi Nature Reserve

The Iphithi Nature Reserve conserves 12 ha of forest and wetland in the Molweni River's upper catchment in northern Gillitts, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It was founded in 2001..
hiking trails

Giba Gorge Nature Reserve

Giba has hiking trails suitable for the beginner as well as the experienced hiker and everyone in between. There is a scenic, relatively flat hike to our first waterfall with a total distance of 5km.