On Saturday, May 30, 2026, President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to deliver a speech at the official launch of the Kruger National Park Centenary Commemoration. The event, held at Skukuza Rest Camp in Mpumalanga, marks a significant moment in South Africa’s conservation history, celebrating 100 years since the park’s formal establishment in 1926.
The centenary celebration, themed “Our Heritage, Our Future,” aims to highlight the park’s century-long legacy of conservation leadership, biodiversity preservation, scientific advancement, tourism growth, and heritage management. This landmark event underscores South Africa’s ongoing dedication to environmental sustainability, inclusivity, and the preservation of shared heritage.
The commemoration also serves to honor the many generations of rangers, scientists, community members, conservationists, and leaders who have played a vital role in the development and safeguarding of Kruger National Park, one of the world’s most renowned protected areas. It further emphasizes the significance of collaborative efforts in conservation, tourism, and environmental sustainability, particularly following recent flooding that impacted the park’s infrastructure, tourism activities, and nearby communities.
As one of South Africa’s premier conservation and tourism destinations, Kruger National Park continues to make a substantial contribution to biodiversity conservation, research, economic development, and job creation. The centenary event provides an opportunity to reflect on these achievements and reinforce the park’s role in the country’s future.
President Ramaphosa’s address is scheduled for 6:00 PM at the Skukuza Rest Camp. For media inquiries, Vincent Magwenya, the President’s spokesperson, can be contacted at [email protected].
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