Deputy Minister Narend Singh unveiled SANParks’ Vision 2040 at a lively event in Johannesburg, aiming to blend nature conservation with social fairness and economic growth in South Africa. This vision focuses on helping communities thrive while protecting the environment, highlighting the importance of working together for a brighter future. It promises to create economic opportunities and jobs while ensuring everyone benefits from the country’s rich natural resources. With the involvement of all stakeholders, Vision 2040 is a hopeful plan for a world where people and nature live in harmony, paving the way for a sustainable and inclusive future.
South African National Parks (SANParks) has introduced a new digital service, the TMNP My Activity Permit, allowing for easy procurement of the permit for certain leisure activities within the Table Mountain National Park. The permit is costeffective and valid for a year from the date of purchase. It is aimed at improving the guest experience by enabling smoother exploration of the park’s diverse options and protecting the environment. The procurement process is userfriendly, and holders do not have to pay entrance fees at TMNP pay points for their designated activities, making outdoor activities within this stunning park more economical and attractive.
Table Mountain National Park, a stunning natural wonder in Cape Town facing a surge in crime, including muggings, poaching, and forest destruction, requires immediate interventions to prevent it from becoming inaccessible and harming the tourism sector. Shortcomings in resource allocation mean that only a third of the park’s generated income is redirected back to combat crime. Proposed solutions include immediate recruitment of rangers, security infrastructure, a collaborative security plan, and doubling the current allocation of resources. As advocates for TMNP, Friends of Table Mountain urge you to sign the petition to demand urgent action and protect the park’s unparalleled rugged beauty.
Agulhas National Park: A Natural Wonder in Southernmost Africa Agulhas National Park, situated at the southernmost tip of Africa, boasts of stunning coastlines, unique flora and fauna, and historical landmarks. It is regarded as the official meeting point of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans and is of great cultural and natural significance to South Africa. Tourism plays a vital role in the region’s economy, and the Department of Tourism has been actively working on enhancing tourism facilities through its Working for Tourism initiative.