In a world often overwhelmed by environmental crises, the 2024 Eco-Logic Awards held on October 30 at Cape Town’s Two Oceans Aquarium offered a powerful antidote to despair: aspiration. South Africa’s environmental heroes and sustainability pioneers gathered to celebrate not only their achievements but also the hope and resilience sparked by recognition. These awards act as more than a spotlight on eco-champions—they serve as a motivating force, a carrot that inspires change, renews commitment, and fuels the determination to keep pushing forward for the planet.
Hosted by comedian Themba Robin, the glamorous evening brought together conservationists, innovators, and nature advocates, all energized by the honor of being acknowledged for their efforts. The prestige of the Eco-Logic Awards, now in its twelfth year, reinforces the significance of striving toward sustainability. With every raised glass and shared success story, attendees were reminded that recognition is not just a reward but a beacon that encourages perseverance and emboldens South Africans to aspire toward a greener, more sustainable future.
Setting the tone was an awe-inspiring installation: a towering two-meter elephant sculpture symbolizing the “elephant in the room” that is our environmental crisis. This striking artwork served as a call to action, inviting everyone to consider the pressing issues we often ignore in our day-to-day lives. David Parry-Davies, founder of the Eco-Logic Awards, reminded attendees that addressing these challenges begins with a shift in our collective thinking. “We need to think Eco-Logically,” he urged, emphasizing the importance of aligning our choices with the principles of nature.
Guests were treated to an unconventional opening: a joy facilitation session led by The Joy Movement, where attendees donned headphones and danced in silent unison—a beautiful embodiment of unity and humanity’s bond with the Earth. The joyful, reflective energy from this silent dance carried throughout the evening, as guests mingled, dined, and connected over shared environmental passions.
Adding to the night’s allure were fabulous prizes, including Citizen watches, chic David Green eyewear, Canon cameras, and an exclusive weekend safari at Buffelsdrift Game Lodge. And thanks to a groundbreaking partnership with Biomimicry SA, award winners also walked away with a coveted consultation and access to the "Change Makers by Nature" program. This program empowers participants to innovate sustainably, with nature as their guide—a perfect complement to the evening’s theme of eco-inspired change.
The Eco-Logic Awards is not just an awards ceremony; it’s a call to action, a night of inspiration, and a gathering of people who believe in protecting what’s beautiful about our world. With each clink of a glass and exchange of ideas, the event united South Africa’s brightest environmental minds around a shared dream: a sustainable, harmonious future.
Eco-Logic Awards Full List of winners
Nature Conservation
Gold: BirdLife South Africa
Silver: Greenpop - Reforest Fest 2025
Bronze: Two Oceans Aquarium: Marine Protected Areas Day
Climate Change
Gold: Atlantic Special Economic Zone
Silver: Climate Action Network South Africa (SACAN) and Earthlife Africa Johannesburg
Bronze: Southern African Faith Communities’ Environment Institute (SAFCEI)
Eco-Innovation
Gold: Urban Surfer - Sorting & Solar Baling Reclaimer Camp
Silver: Endangered Wildlife Trust - eDNA by Samantha Mynhardt
Bronze: Inverroche Bee&Bee (Company: Grid Worldwide)
Circular Economy and Waste Innovation
Gold: Netcare Limited - My Walk Made With Soul
Silver: Eskom - Lethabo Power Station
Bronze: Singakwenza Early Childhood Education
Water Conservation
Gold: Harmony Water Treatment Projects
Silver: Woolworths & WWF-SA Water Stewardship Project
Bronze: The South African Breweries/ AB-InBev: Water Security Through Catchment Restoration
Eco-Fashion and Lifestyle
Gold: Sealand Gear
Silver: Chic Mamas Do Care & Love It Again
Bronze: AECI: From Bottles to Bags
Eco-Health and Wellness
Gold: Aether Group - Aether Apothecary
Silver: Kiko Vitals
Bronze: Three Sisters & Co
Eco-Friendly Products
Gold: The Mushroom Box
Silver: Mo's Crib
Bronze: Faithful To Nature
Eco-Community
Gold: Protect The West Coast NPC
Silver: Mosselbank River Conservation Team NPC
Bronze: Abalimi Bezekhaya
Eco-Hospitality and Tourism
Gold: Babanango Game Reserve
Silver: Veld and Sea
Bronze: CTICC | Cape Town International Convention Centre
Eco-Angel
Gold: Zandile Ndhlovu - The Black Mermaid
Silver: Abigel Sheridan - Chic Mamas Do Care & Love It Again
Bronze: Dimakatso Nhlapo - Netcare Hospitals
Eco-Warrior
Gold: Kumi Naidoo - Artivism
Silver: Nonhle Mbuthuma - Wild Law Institute
Bronze: David Tshidzumba
