Rooted in Nature. Growing Sustainable Futures.
At the Bukelani Institute’s Biodiversity Practice, we place environmental stewardship and indigenous knowledge at the centre of education, livelihoods, and innovation. We believe that restoring ecosystems and protecting biodiversity go hand-in-hand with empowering communities — especially in rural, coastal, and traditionally governed areas.
Through immersive learning, green enterprise incubation, and climate resilience projects, we equip individuals and groups to care for nature while building sustainable economic pathways.
The Green Roots Programme, delivered by Bukelani Institute under its Biodiversity Practice, is a comprehensive educational initiative aimed at engaging Grade 9 learners and their communities in biodiversity conservation and ecological sustainability.
This unique programme involves seven schools across four districts: Ugu, eThekwini Metro, iLembe, and King Cetshwayo. It will run from March 2025, culminating in the Finals at Durban Botanical Gardens on 10 July 2025.
The programme integrates biodiversity concepts, community participation, and project-based learning to foster environmental stewardship. Each school will form a team of 9 learners, 4 community members, and 1 School Governing Body (SGB) member to design and execute a biodiversity-focused project.
Green Roots Programme
The Biodiversity Innovation Summit 2025 is a high-impact event that will bring together scientists, entrepreneurs, policymakers, investors, and environmentalists to explore innovative solutions for biodiversity conservation, sustainable development, and green economy opportunities.
Scheduled to take place on 14 August 2025, the summit will serve as a collaborative platform to showcase cutting-edge research, emerging technologies, and market-driven solutions aimed at preserving biodiversity while fostering economic growth.
Biodiversity Innovation Summit
Bukelani Institute
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Tel. 083 534 7637
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