Membership of Southerns Beekeeping Association

Membership is open to all persons interested in beekeeping and any activities associated with beekeeping. You do not have to own any hives if you cannot, or do not want to, or feel you are not experienced enough yet in managing bees, but will be welcome to join us at our monthly meetings, field days and beekeeping courses. If you do have beehives you should of course belong to an Association. Southerns would welcome your participation.

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Membership Benefits:

Becoming a member of the Southerns Beekeeping Association offers exclusive access to a range of valuable resources and activities that enhance your beekeeping journey:

  1. Monthly Meetings: Members are invited to attend our monthly meetings, featuring expert speakers who cover a wide array of beekeeping topics, from beginner tips to advanced techniques.
  2. Exclusive Community Access: Members gain entry to our dedicated WhatsApp groups, where they can seek advice, share experiences, and exchange valuable insights with a network of seasoned beekeepers.
  3. Field Days: Members have the opportunity to participate in our hands-on field days, offering practical, in-the-field learning experiences that deepen their understanding of beekeeping.

These benefits provide a supportive community, continuous learning opportunities, and practical experiences, all designed to help members succeed in their beekeeping endeavours.

Membership Type and Fees

  • Ordinary Membership: (Applies to individuals)
    R380 
  • Family Membership: (Husband & Wife & children under 18 years)
    R500
  • Country Membership: (Beekeepers residing outside Gauteng Province)
    R210
  • Development Co-Operative Member: (Limited to 5 persons in physical attendance at monthly meetings)
    R500
  • Advertising: (Equipment, Training, Products, Removals)
    R650
  • Friends of Bees – Individual: (Not a beekeeper but supports bee conservation. Able to attend SBA monthly meetings)
    R200
  • Friends of Bees – Corporate:(Not a beekeeper but supports bee conservation. Able to attend SBA monthly meetings)
    R495

Ready to become a member?

Simply download our application form and email your application and POP to info@beekeepers.co.za

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For more information about our Association please contact us on 060 832 4331 or send an enquiry e-mail through the facility provided. Or else speak to any of the Committee members as listed below:

Rory Hansel:

Chairman /
Agendas / Marketing

Simone Russell:

Vice Chairwoman / Social Media / Internal Communications

Mary-Rose Swanepoel:

Secretary / Raffles / Finance
Assistant

Adrian Lamond:

External Communications /
Social Media

Jorge Correia:

Finance / Membership
Assistance

Gavin Atkins:

Governance /
Constitution

Jose Gomes:

Memberships / Meeting Door
Access Control

James Hodkinson:

Field Days / Accessory
Activities