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Celebrating Women and Girls in Science: International Day within the South African National Antarctic Program February 11 marks the International Day for Women and Girls in Science, a global celebration of the vital contributions of women to scientific research and innovation. Within the South African National Antarctic Program (SANAP), women continue to push boundaries, conducting […]

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Every year on February 2nd, the world comes together to celebrate World Wetlands Day, marking the anniversary of the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, signed in 1971 in Ramsar, Iran. This global observance highlights the vital role wetlands play in sustaining biodiversity, mitigating climate change, and supporting life on Earth. In 2025, as we reflect on […]

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Celebrating Our Feathered Friends and the Efforts to Protect Them Every year on January 20th, we take a moment to reflect on one of the world’s most beloved and resilient birds—penguins! Penguin Awareness Day serves as a reminder to celebrate these creatures while also highlighting the critical conservation efforts being made to protect them in […]

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