World Ranger Day, celebrated on July 31, is a day to honor the brave men and women who protect and preserve our natural environment. This year’s theme, “30 by 30”, calls for a conservation target of 30% of protected areas by 2030. Rangers play a vital role in this drive towards a sustainable future and are champions of environmental preservation. The celebration is also an opportunity to remember those rangers who have tragically died in the line of duty and to acknowledge the challenges faced by those who continue to protect our natural inheritance.
On World Ranger Day 2024, we celebrate the inspiring women rangers who protect Cape Town’s reserves. These conservation champions have received comprehensive training and provide diverse skills to preserve the environment. From Victoria Day, a reserve supervisor at False Bay Nature Reserve, to Vuyokazi Rubushe, a field ranger at Helderberg Nature Reserve, these women’s journeys highlight the importance of offering equal opportunities and embody the pillars of success: passion, dedication, and a commitment to learning.