Our Facilities
The SSLI Campus: A Living Laboratory
Opened in 2017, the SSLI Field Station in Skukuza represents the future of conservation education. Designed to be off-grid and sustainable, the campus integrates science, community, and environmental awareness.
Made for research
Campus Features
The campus has been recognised by the AfriSam SAIA Sustainable Design Awards and is a member of the Organization for Biological Field Stations Network (OBFS).
- Science Centre: Laboratories, lecture rooms, and library facilities.
- Accommodation: A 38-bed campus with dorms and researcher housing.
- Research Resources: Field, lab, and safety equipment; cold rooms and IT infrastructure.
- Catering Centre: Supporting local businesses and fair-trade suppliers.
- Workshops and Common Areas: Designed for collaboration and exchange.
About SSLI
The Skukuza Science Leadership Initiative (SSLI)
The Skukuza Science Leadership Initiative (SSLI) is a partnership between the Organization for Tropical Studies (OTS), the Nsasani Trust, and South African National Parks.
This initiative is aimed at bridging the gap between disadvantaged communities, tertiary education, and the biodiversity sector.
The Skukuza Science Leadership Initiative (SSLI) partners OTS, the Nsasani Trust and SANParks to create pathways from disadvantaged communities into tertiary education and the biodiversity sector.
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Our Vision
To deliver inclusive, transformative skills development that meets the needs of KNP, SANParks and the wider conservation sector, supporting thriving human–nature systems.
Our Mission
To lead and support Human Capital Development (HCD) in the Environmental Sector in southern Africa with global impact and reach.