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Samara Karoo Reserve

A Loyal Ambassador for Vuyani Safe Haven Since 2010

About Samara Karoo Reserve

Founded in 1997 by Mark and Sarah Tompkins, Samara Karoo Reserve is a pioneering conservation project near Graaff-Reinet. Over 27 years, the Tompkins family has restored 67,000 acres of land—removing alien plants, rewilding the area, and reintroducing species like cheetah, elephant, and lion. Today, Samara actively champions ecological restoration and sound land management across five of South Africa’s nine vegetation biomes.

A Relationship Rooted in Care and Commitment

The connection between Samara and Vuyani Safe Haven began during the 2010 Football (Soccer) World Cup, when overseas trainers hosted a football youth academy at Samara. Vuyani entered a team, and the partnership grew from there—with Sarah Tompkins personally endorsing and championing the relationship ever since

The Impact of Samara’s Support

Samara’s unwavering support has enriched the lives of Vuyani’s children in many meaningful ways:

Volunteer Engagement
Vuyani children took part in ecological activities like spekboom planting and soil restoration, while volunteers from Samara brought creativity and care through visits and art classes.
Annual Celebration
A yearly highlight for our children is Samara’s joyful Christmas party.
Pack for a Purpose
Samara encourages guests to bring much-needed donations for Vuyani through this global initiative.
Nature Outings
Regular visits to Samara provide our children with exposure to wildlife, conservation, and outdoor learning.
Generous Giving
Inspired by their time at Samara, many guests have contributed to Vuyani’s building projects and our Buy-a-Brick Campaign.
Fundraising Advocacy
Samara has been instrumental in connecting us with supporters and facilitating meaningful contributions.

 

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Vuyani Safe Haven is a registered Child and Youth Care Centre (children’s home) in Graaff-Reinet, providing care and protection for about 35 children classified as Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC’s).

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