About Us
Since 2010, we have led the effort to permanently protect the upper reaches of the Marico River.
Our Background
Marico Protected Environment was declared in terms of the Protected Areas Act of 2003. We have since been able to expand to the broader Dolomitic Aquifer System of the North West Province of South Africa.
This culminated into the designation of the Marico Biosphere Reserve on 25 July 2018 by UNESCO’s ‘Man and the Biosphere’ management.
Our Mission
By harnessing the underlying environmental, human and economic potential of the area, we create, communicate and deliver sustainable integrated value to our designated natural environment, focus groups, and society at large.
THE MARICO BIOSPHERE RESERVE
Our responsibilities
Marico Biosphere Reserve has a great responsibility towards the quality and quantity of water in SA.
Networks & Partnerships
The development of partnerships both internally and externally, within the biosphere reserve is pivotal.
Governance Framework, Directors & Executive Team
The majority of the land within the Marico Biosphere Reserve is privately or communally owned.