Overview
The K2C Catchment Investment Programme (CIP) is a coordinated, long-term initiative to safeguard South Africa’s Blyde River Catchment.
It integrates nature-based solutions, sustainable land management, and community participation to ensure water security and biodiversity protection.
Key Facts
Location
Blyde River Catchment, Limpopo
Area Covered
155,489 ha
Focus
Water, Land Use, Biodiversity, Livelihoods
Partners
Public, Private, and Community Stakeholders
What We Do
Alien Invasive Plant Clearing
Clearing 10,519 ha of pine and eucalyptus
to restore natural flow and biodiversity.
- Clearing will target 10,519 ha of the Blyde
Catchment area (7% of the total 155,489 ha) that is invaded mainly by pine and eucalyptus
species.
Sustainable Rangeland Management
Introducing best grazing practices across
10,559 ha of communal grasslands.
- Grazing best management practices will take place predominantly on land owned by Communal Property Associations.
- Grazing management involves the co-development of grazing management solutions to address issues of overgrazing.
- The grazing management activities will take place on 10,559 ha of degraded grasslands in the upper areas of the Blyde River Catchment.
Securing Protected Areas
Formal protection of key ecosystems to sustain long-term restoration impact.
- To secure the investment in nature, the CIP will seek to formally protect the areas where solutions are implemented.
- This maintains the impacts of the CIP activities and secures the long-term success of the programme.
- This will see the protection of diverse ecosystems.
Programme Flow
From targeted interventions to measurable outcomes, the K2C Catchment Investment Programme creates lasting benefits for communities and ecosystems
Voices from the Catchment
“Working in the Blyde Catchment has been an incredible experience that made me fall in love with nature. The beauty of the landscapes, the stunning views, and the chance to be part of a dedicated team working to restore the catchment by clearing alien invasive species in the upper and lower areas of Mariepskop have been truly rewarding.
Although the work is physically demanding and challenging, especially with the hard labour involved, it has been a valuable experience. Collaborating with people from different backgrounds requires mental strength, but it’s also an opportunity to share ideas, learn from others, and grow together. Having a dedicated manager who is always supportive and motivates the team to excel has made a big difference.
The project has not only provided financial support but also contributed significantly to my personal growth through the skills I gained from the capacity development lessons and training sessions.”
Pebane Khutso
AFR 100 Supervisor
Geographic Extent
The Blyde River Catchment spans diverse ecosystems – from the headwaters in Hartebeesvlakte Nature Reserve to the Blyderivierspoort Dam.
Funding Partners
Building lasting partnerships for conservation success
The CIP is partly funded and continues to seek sustainable financing partnerships for long-term impact.
Join us in protecting the Blyde River Catchment for future generations.
Our Work in Action
