Dimpho Lephaila

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

@askdrsiya Thank you so much Dr Siya and Masi. This has been a great learning and growing space for me. Much appreciated!

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

@askdrsiya Thank you Dr. Very useful and insightful

[WWF South Africa @WWFSouthAfrica]

Casual Fridays can be so tame - embrace your wild side by celebrating Wear it Wild at the office! 👨‍💻🐾💼🦁 Dress up as a wild animal for the day, donate R10 to our cause and make it a day at the office to remember. Check out some of our past "pawffice" participants.

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

#MPADay #MPAs

[WWF South Africa @WWFSouthAfrica]

@2OceansAquarium Marine protected areas play a vital role in conserving vulnerable and important ocean species, habitats and ecosystems, which we all need in one way or another for our survival. #MPADay #LetsTalkMPAs #MPAs

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

#MPADay #MPAs

[The APSS @apssZA]

A4: We can definitely see the difference between and MPA and non-MPA. MPA’s, marine life flourishes and endangered species thrive. If Dyer Island becomes and MPA, it would have a massive impact on the declining numbers of our African penguin.
#LetstalkMPAs
#MPADay

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

#MPADay #MPAs

[Two Oceans Aquarium @2OceansAquarium]

BQ: The simplest tip to protect MPAs is to tell people about MPAs! These “ocean nature reserves” are just as crucial as the on-land ones (if not more so), but are not as visible - so spreading the love is the first step. #LetsTalkMPAs #MPADay

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

#MPADay #MPAs

[WWF South Africa @WWFSouthAfrica]

@2OceansAquarium Stick to bag limits when fishing or harvesting and dispose of rubbish responsibly. Lastly, enjoy the extraordinary beauty of our marine protected areas and support organisations doing MPA work. Happy #MPADay #LetsTalkMPAs #MPAs

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

#MPADay #MPAs

[#MPADay @MPAsSA1]

A6. Learn as much about #MPAS as you can. Understand their importance and join efforts to ensure their survival.
https://t.co/N70SCQUg16
#MPADay #LetsTalkMPAs
Pic: Keith Luke

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

BQ: We should always respect and admire our MPAs, and remember the role they play in protecting what we love and need. @WWFSouthAfrica #MPADay #MPAs

[WWF South Africa @WWFSouthAfrica]

Bonus Question: What are your tips for protecting our MPAs? Send us your answers below using "BQ" at the start of your answer. #LetsTalkMPAs #MPADay
@2OceansAquarium @FlowComms @MPAsSA1

[Eitan Prince @FreddiFreeloadr]

@WWFSouthAfrica @2OceansAquarium @FlowComms @MPAsSA1 A1: Personally, it's my playground and the place I go to feel restored and rejuvenated. #MPAs #MPADay #LetsTalkMPAs

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

A5: Pondoland and DeHoop are on my bucket list #MPADay #LetsTalkMPAs #MPAs @WWFSouthAfrica

[WWF South Africa @WWFSouthAfrica]

Question 5: What MPA is on your bucket list to visit? Send us your answers below using "A5" at the start of your answer. #LetsTalkMPAs #MPADay
@2OceansAquarium @FlowComms @MPAsSA1

[Tara Turkington @taraturk1]

Yay! Today is #MPADay, when we celebrate our precious marine protected areas. 9 countries are involved this year!
Twitter chat ⏰ 6pm (SAST). Theme: #LetsTalkMPAs
Register for our webinar with researchers sharing their passion for #MPAs ⏰ 7pm (SAST): https://t.co/W5OQZRLH72

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

That's a difficult one! But just because I love penguins, I'll have to go for Betty's Bay for now 😍#MPAs #MPADay #LetsTalkMPAs @WWFSouthAfrica @2OceansAquarium @FlowComms @MPAsSA1

[WWF South Africa @WWFSouthAfrica]

Question 3: South Africa has 42 marine protected areas (MPAs). What is your favourite MPA and why? Send us your answers below with images using "A3" at the start of your answer. #LetsTalkMPAs #MPADay
@2OceansAquarium @FlowComms @MPAsSA1

[WWF South Africa @WWFSouthAfrica]

Question 3: South Africa has 42 marine protected areas (MPAs). What is your favourite MPA and why? Send us your answers below with images using "A3" at the start of your answer. #LetsTalkMPAs #MPADay
@2OceansAquarium @FlowComms @MPAsSA1

[Two Oceans Aquarium @2OceansAquarium]

A2: As big as the ocean is, the impact that humans have on it is bigger. We need to make the collective decision to protect it, not just for the trillions of organisms that call it home, but also for the benefit of countless generations of future humans. #LetsTalkMPAs #MPADay

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

#MPADay

[I AM WATER @IAMWATER_ocean]

A2: protecting the ocean is a way of safeguarding the planet for future generations 🌍
#letstalkmpas #MPADay @MPAsSA1

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

#LetsTalkMPAs #MPADay💙

[WWF South Africa @WWFSouthAfrica]

Question 2: Why should we protect our oceans? Send us your answers below with images using "A2" at the start of your answer.
#LetsTalkMPAs #MPADay
@2OceansAquarium @FlowComms @MPAsSA1

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

#LetsTalkMPAs #MPADay💙

[My Lime Boots | Ryan @mylimeboots]

Join me at 6pm for a Twitter Chat about all things #MPA - what they are and why they are so important.

We will be sharing about #SouthAfrica's 42 #MPAs and why their conservation is so vitally important.

See you shortly!

#LetsTalkMPAs

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

#LetsTalkMPAs #MPADay💙

[Judy Mann-Lang @eduoceans]

Happy #MPAday 2022. The day we have been working so hard for has arrived. A day to share the benefits of Marine Protected Areas to people and nature. Thank you to everyone! Please join our Twitter chat at 6pm and webinar at 7pm. See you later. @OliviaSymcox @taraturk1

[Dimpho Lephaila @Dimpho2]

#LetsTalkMPAs #MPADay💙

[Two Oceans Aquarium @2OceansAquarium]

A1: It is a place of healing. Whether we talk about the ocean's role in dampening climate change, the refuge it offers for species, or the relaxation and spiritual significance it offers millions of people, there's no doubt the ocean is exceptional. #LetsTalkMPAs #MPADay💙