​Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo will be honouring our Environmental Enforcement unit, (previous known as Park Rangers) tomorrow, 31 July 2024 as we observe World Rangers Day.  Please find attached media invite for your consideration and hope that you can join us.

As we commemorate World Rangers Day on 31 July, we pay tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice and who continue to dedicate their lives to safeguarding our planet's natural treasures and cultural heritage. It is a moment to reflect on their incredible courage and unwavering passion for nature.

Please see attached media invite and below draft programme.

10:50 – 11:00                  Parade by Environmental Enforcement Unit and observation of a moment of silence

11:00 – 11:10                  Singing of National Anthem

11:10 – 11:15                  Welcome Address by Mr. Sello Jonathan Lemaoa, Regional Director for Region B           

11:15 – 11:20                  Words of Support by Representative from EISD, Mr Dan Masemola

11:20 – 11:25                  Words of Support by Representative from SANBI, Ms Vivian Malema, Director for Biodiversity, Education & Empowerment

11:25 – 11:30                  Words of Support by Representative from Parkview SAPS, Captain Herandien

11:30 – 11:35                  Words of Support by Representative from JMPD

11:35 – 11:45                  Keynote Address by Cllr Lubabalo Magwentshu, MMC for 

Noeleen Mattera
Media Relations Assistant
t: 011 712 6722
f: 011 339 2692 / 08667 96346
c: 07999 46345
​e: nmattera@jhbcityparks.com​