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The NHA Masibuyele Initiative was conceptualized by Makhosi Amanda Gcabashe of Mphutungwane Holistic Health & Wellness on behalf of the National Heritage Alliance.

13/07/2026

𝗔 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱. 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘆𝗲𝗹𝗲 - 𝗔 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴👏

The Masibuyele Wilderness Trail is for traditional healers who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the origins of their calling and its connection to the natural environment. Through this journey, which reconnects them with nature as it is often revealed in visions and dreams, they return to their daily lives moved and inspired to practise their healing with intentional stewardship of the natural environment that roots indigenous healing — not only for themselves, but for generations to come.

The wilderness is a healer. At its core, this journey is one of healing, where Abelaphi heal themselves and their lineage, and embrace the role of stewardship over this natural environment, which has always been ours.

Watch how the cohort of the 3rd Masibuyele Wilderness Trail experienced seven days of walking in Africa’s oldest game reserve.

Masibuyele 👏

🎥: Lindani Mbense

Natural Heritage Alliance Wilderness Leadership School

09/07/2026

Meet abelaphi for the 3rd NHA Masibuyele Wilderness Trail which took place from the 21st - 27th of June 2026.

Before they set off on their wilderness journey of discovery, Janet Frangs, experienced and qualified wildlife guide shared some powerful insights on what the journey entails and what they will experience.

"As we go on this journey you must understand that we are leaving everything that we do not need behind. If you take it, you will need to carry it. Over the next few days, we will be going back to our original selves, going back to simplicity to connect with the cycles (sunrise, sunset), eating when hungry and sleeping when we are tired."

"We are leaving behind the trappings of everyday life behind. Drinking from rivers, walking on animal paths and taking our guide by what shows up."

Little did our healers know that they were about to experience something more than what they had anticipated.

To read more about the wilderness trail, visit https://www.wildernesstrails.org.za/trails

Natural Heritage Alliance Wilderness Leadership School

06/07/2026

Co-founder of the Natural Heritage Alliance and traditional healer, Makhosi Gcabashe describes the Masibuyele Wilderness Trail:

"This is a unique opportunity for people to disconnect and reconnect with themselves. They get to disconnect from the outside things they carry within themselves that create a disconnect with their internal voice. The trail forces you to reconnect with what is within you. It's a re-awekening and that is why we called this Masibuyele - a journey back to self and nature."

"Through this journey, we hope that our traditional healers begin to understand that they are the custodians of nature and the environment."

To find out more about the Natural Heritage Alliance visit https://naturalheritagealliance.org.za/

Wilderness Foundation Africa

02/07/2026

The 3rd annual Masibuyele Wilderness Trail took place from the 21st - 27th of June where 8 traditional healers were taken on a once in a lifetime journey to experience nature and reconnect with their most natural self.

Hosted at the oldest game reserve in Africa, Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park, expertly led by qualified and experienced nature guides from the Wilderness Leadership School, this 7 day journey is a complete digital detox and an opportunity for healers to learn more about medicinal plants, wildlife, sustainable use and how they can also become advocates for conservation of our natural resources.

Co-founded by Makhosi Amanda Gcabashe and the Natural Heritage Alliance, The Natural Heritage Alliance (NHA) is a purpose-driven movement, amplifying historically marginalised voices in conservation and biodiversity. Their mandate is to advocate for the transformation of South Africa’s wildlife and conservation sector by empowering communities, women, traditional healers, local leaders and other like-minded individuals and groups to reclaim their rightful place as custodians of nature.

For more information visit https://naturalheritagealliance.org.za/

Natural Heritage Alliance Wilderness Foundation Africa Wilderness Leadership School

21/04/2026

A trip down memory lane to our inaugural NHA Masibuyele Wilderness Trail in 2023. Makhosi Amanda Gcabashe had a vision of creating a platform to transform, capacitate and reconnect Traditional Healers (Abelaphi) with nature.

The founding principals and objectives were to rebuild the healers ancestral and cultural connection to the environment. This would assist in recognising the voices of Traditional Healers as valid and build a network of environmentally and conservation focused community of practitioners.

We are excited to see that this vision has come to life and the Wilderness trail will once again be taking place from the 21st - 27th June 2026.

Applications are open and traditional healers who want to learn more about their connection to nature are encouraged to apply. This opportunity is limited to 8x traditional healers and they will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis.

Apply here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6hjkDjJvY28DPxzLYx5oFHWLEPjlmlRwZw5MFIhZmv3om4A/viewform

See you there.

Natural Heritage Alliance Wilderness Foundation Africa

16/04/2026

Applications to the 2026 NHA Masibuyele Wilderness Trails ARE NOW OPEN!!

To apply you simply follow these steps:
1. Fill in the form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6hjkDjJvY28DPxzLYx5oFHWLEPjlmlRwZw5MFIhZmv3om4A/viewform

2. Send a short bio about yourself (and clear photo), why you would like to be part of the journey and how you think it will benefit your journey as a traditional healer. Send to [email protected] by 24 April 2026.

Important to note:
- The trail is at no cost to you.
- Successful candidates will need to transport themselves to King Shaka Airport on 21 June 2026 to meet the group.
- The trail is limited to 8 x traditional healers only.
- Successful candidates will be notified by 30 April 2026.

For any questions or queries, please email Buyi at [email protected]

Wilderness Leadership School Natural Heritage Alliance

08/04/2026

Masibuyele wilderness trails in partnership with Natural Heritage Alliance (NHA) is back. Initiated by Makhosi Gcabashe in 2023, these wilderness walks are made to connect traditional healers back with nature.

Date: 21 - 27 June 2026
Venue: Hluhluwe IMfolozi Park

Trails are limited to 8 traditional healers and are led by experienced guides from the Wilderness Leadership School.

Save the date and email [email protected] for more information.

Wilderness Leadership School

23/05/2025

🌍 World Biodiversity Day | 22 May 🌿

This year’s theme reminds us: “Be part of the Plan.” At the Natural Heritage Alliance, we believe everyone deserves a voice in protecting our biodiversity - especially those historically left out.

From traditional healers and rural communities to women, youth, and people with disabilities, we’re creating space for new voices in South Africa’s conservation story. 🛖👣🌱

Let’s shift the narrative from exclusion to stewardship - together.

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Eagle Canyon Office Park, 21 Jan Frederick Avenue
Johannesburg
2196

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00

Website

https://naturalheritagealliance.org.za/

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