The African Conservation Trust (ACT)  is a  South African-based non-profit Trust with a growing reputation for implementing innovative and dynamic programmes that conserve southern Africa’s magnificent natural resources and heritage.

All ACT programmes ensure the involvement of community members and beneficiaries, localized NGOs/CBOs, stakeholders and donors, and each project incorporates innovation, education, training and job creation as part of our focus on sustainably alleviating critical environmental and heritage needs. 

Our current focus areas are: water conservation, food security, climate change, sustainable energy, recycling, preservation of indigenous fauna and flora, and protecting Africa's culture and heritage.

The Rhino Poaching crisis

The escalating poaching of South Africa's black and white rhinos has galvanised us into action.  The brainchild of ACT staff members, our inaugural Skydive for Rhinos in August 2011 saw 40 ACT staff and supporters skydiving for the first time.  They generated R500,000 for bona-fide on-the-ground anti-poaching projects that are already making a difference. 100% of funds were given to the real heroes - the brave men and women on the frontline, fighting rhino poaching under difficult conditions.

In 2012, we're upping our game: the goal is R10million, involving over 400 volunteer skydivers - one for every rhino killed in South Africa during 2011. Again, 100% of funds will be distributed for equipment and other urgent, tangible needs. 

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