Each year, Karingani publishes the Natural Capital, Social Impact & Sustainable Development Progress Report—a data-driven assessment of our progress in ecological restoration, community development, and sustainable infrastructure.
Grounded in the International Standards for Ecological Restoration (SER), the report is built on clear KPIs and a robust monitoring framework. We combine modern conservation technologies—like satellite imagery, drones, wildlife collars, and camera traps—with traditional ecological knowledge to gather real-time data across the reserve.
Progress is visualised through custom Progress Wheels, adapted from the SER model, which track ecological and social outcomes across five stages—from baseline to full restoration. This tool supports adaptive management and long-term planning as we move from Phase 1 (Ecological Restoration) to Phase 2 (Biodiversity Maintenance and Sustainability).
Karingani’s approach to social capital is based on active engagement with 10 neighboring communities, promoting sustainable resource use and cultural preservation. We support local livelihoods through procurement, small business development, and youth training in conservation, construction, and hospitality. By maintaining open dialogue, addressing community needs, and celebrating local traditions, we strengthen resilience and protect our shared natural heritage.
The people of Massingir and Magude, primarily Shangaan, are deeply connected to their cultural traditions, shaped by their heritage and close relationship with the land. In Massingir, communities engage in agriculture, fishing, and cattle herding, with music, dance, and storytelling central to daily life. In Magude, agriculture—especially maize, sugarcane, and beans remains vital, and cattle play an important role in cultural rituals. Both regions value family, respect for elders, and strong community bonds, with festivals and ceremonies celebrating local heritage.
While rooted in tradition, these communities are also embracing modern opportunities, blending cultural richness with progress. Our Reserve, Karingani named after the Shangaan word for storyteller—spans parts of Magude and Massingir districts in Maputo and Gaza Provinces. At Karingani, we proudly support and celebrate local heritage, reflecting the spirit of the Reserve and Mozambique’s unique cultural identity.
At Karingani Game Reserve, community integration is central to our conservation model and forms the foundation of our social license to operate. With over 34,000 people living across more than 10 neighbouring communities, Karingani recognises that long-term conservation success relies on inclusive, meaningful partnerships. Community development is embedded in our core strategy, with investments in education, healthcare, water access, renewable energy, agriculture, tourism, infrastructure, cultural engagement, job creation, and skills training. Key achievements include the construction of schools and clinics, the establishment of a community farm, a four-star eco-lodge developed in partnership with one of the local communities, and a 2-year scholarship program focused on hospitality and wildlife tracking. These initiatives are not standalone projects but part of a broader vision that links ecosystem protection with human well-being. By aligning conservation with community needs, Karingani promotes shared stewardship, strengthens ecological resilience, and builds a sustainable foundation for future generations.
Karingani’s investment thesis positions conservation and tourism as catalysts for a thriving regional circular economy. By integrating conservation, community development, carbon, tourism, agriculture, and regional infrastructure, we contribute to interconnected value chains that drive sustainable growth. We believe in future-proofed zoning and land management plans that strike a balance between economic opportunity, environmental protection, and community well-being. Through tourism promotion and a shared-use economy model, Karingani aims to foster inclusive and resilient development across the region.
Our goal is to quantify and restore the functional and visual integrity of the Karingani landscape.
We are committed to working with people, government and business in the pursuit of our mission.
Karingani publishes the Natural Capital, Social Impact & Sustainable Development Progress Report
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