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Celebrating Walking Safaris of Africa — A New Book Showcasing FGASA Trails Guides
FGASA is excited to announce the release of Walking Safaris of Africa: Guided Walks from the Cape to Kenya, a new book written and compiled by FGASA member and guide Denis Costello. This essential guidebook is the first of its kind to explore walking safaris across Africa’s major wildlife destinations [...]
FGASA Congratulates Charles Delport and Paul Slyer on Achieving Their SKS DG Trails Guide Certification
FGASA is proud to announce that Charles Delport and Paul Slyer have recently achieved the Specialist Knowledge and Skills Dangerous Game (SKS DG) Trails Guide certification — one of the most challenging and prestigious certificates within the guiding profession. This accomplishment represents years of practice, dedication, discipline, and commitment to [...]
FGASA Celebrates Our 14th Scout – Congratulations to Jack Hutchinson!
FGASA is proud to announce that Jack Hutchinson has achieved one of the highest possible guiding designations: FGASA Scout. This remarkable milestone represents years of dedication, skill development, and commitment to guiding excellence — a journey that only 14 individuals have successfully completed to date. The FGASA Scout designation is [...]
CATHSSETA Certificates and Registrations – May 2026 Deadline
As we approach the expiry date of the CATHSSETA legacy programmes in June 2026, we are conducting an audit to ensure every qualified member has their CATHSSETA certificate on file. We would also like to encourage those who have successfully completed their NQF2 certification to register for their NQF4 certification and [...]
You’re Invited to FGASA’s Birthday Bash: Celebrate 35 years of Guiding Excellence
Since our founding in 1990, FGASA has been committed to setting and maintaining the highest professional, ethical, and safety standards within the guiding industry. Over the past three and a half decades, we have: Contributed to industry-recognised standards of guiding excellence. Developed a code of conduct aligned with international best practice. [...]
35 Years of FGASA: A Legacy of Guiding Excellence
In August 2025, the Field Guides Association of Southern Africa (FGASA) proudly celebrates its 35th anniversary—a milestone that marks over three decades of dedication to setting and upholding the highest standards of guiding across Southern Africa. Since its founding in 1990, FGASA has remained committed to elevating the profession [...]
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