The Voice Behind the Blyde River Task Force: De Wet Shares His Story

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Conservationist De Wet joins Llewell on HFM 96.4 for an insightful conversation about his lifelong passion for protecting nature and the urgent environmental challenges facing South Africa today.
Drawing from years of experience combating environmental crime, De Wet shares how the Blyde River Task Force was formed, the growing threat of illegal mining, and the devastating impact it has on rivers, wildlife, ecosystems and surrounding communities. He also discusses the importance of scientific research, community involvement, and why protecting our natural heritage requires action from all of us.
This thought-provoking conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at conservation on the front lines and the dedicated people working to safeguard one of South Africa’s most precious landscapes for generations to come.
Guest: De Wet
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Host: Llewell Viljoen

Station: HFM 96.4 – Your Number One Conservation Station
26 Jun English South Africa News Commentary · Kids & Family

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