By Ndaedzo Raulisa
Msizi – Head Guide at Tenikwa
Meet Mthokozisi Msizi Shange, or as we know him, Msiz!
Msizi Shange – our Head Guide outside Tenikwa entrance to reception
Msizi has been part of the Tenikwa family since August 2012 when he joined as a guide and animal keeper as a second-generation staff member. His father Alfred Shange, and respectfully known by all as “Baba Shange” has been with the founders of Tenikwa over thirty years, and journeyed with them when they made the move from KwaZulu Natal in 2003.
Where the Kwa in Tenikwa comes from
Those who have visited Tenikwa will recognise his friendly face and remember the passionate way in which he guided your tour; many of you know him by the name Msizi which is his tour guide badge name and those who are yet to visit Tenikwa will hopefully get to meet one of our long term serving staff members.
Msizi with guests on tour explaining about our unique indigenous flora that is found along the Garden Route
True passion and dedication
Msizi has shown nothing but passion and devoted dedication to Tenikwa by caring for the resident animals with us here. His passion for guiding and wildlife helped him navigate as well as progress within the organisation until he was appointed as the head guide. In this role, Msizi has aided in the care and nurture of our resident animals, but also applying these skills in training up new guides to the Tenikwa level of competence and knowledge that guests notice when on tour.
Tours at Tenikwa
Msizi has more than 10 years experience in the guiding department conducting tours which we still offer to this day, such as the Wild Cat Experience, Cats in Conservation, Forest and Fur, Private Tour and The Eco-kidz Family Challenge.
Msizi has a rehabilitation, wildlife and environmental education so when giving a tour he can not only give you information about the various species and the challenges they face, but can also tell you a story about each of these animals.
Happy 40th Birthday, Msizi
To him this is not just a job, but a lifestyle. Come and do a tour at Tenikwa Wildlife Rehabilitation and Awareness Centre and learn more about the wild cats of South Africa with our experienced guides who take pride in conservation.