WATCH: Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo launches Arbor Month in Joburg South
The initiative began at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve, where young people joined environmental partners to plant trees and learn about protecting Johannesburg's green spaces.
Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo is planting trees across the city in September as part of its efforts to create a brighter, healthier and more resilient future.
The organisation began its Arbor Month regional activities on August 29, 2026, at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve.
The event brought together the municipal entity and several environmental partners, including Water Wise, the Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve Association, Thaba Eco Hotel, SANParks Honorary Rangers, Tshwane University of Technology, e’PaP and Share Screen.
The programme focused on empowering young people and encouraging them to become the next generation of environmental leaders.
Through interactive exhibits and activities, young minds learned more about the environment and the importance of protecting nature.
The activities also helped inspire a sense of possibility and purpose among the participants, who were encouraged to understand that caring for trees, green spaces and the natural environment can help build healthier communities.
As Arbor Month continues, tree-planting efforts are expanding to different parts of Johannesburg to highlight the role trees play in creating cleaner and more sustainable urban spaces.
Through these activities, the organisation and its partners are not only planting trees but also helping to grow a generation that understands the value of protecting the environment for years to come.
