WATCH: Mall of the South marks Arbor Day with indigenous tree planting
Mall of the South hopes the Arbor Day initiative will encourage shoppers, tenants and members of the broader community to consider the role they can play in protecting South Africa’s natural environment.
Mall of the South marked Arbor Day by planting three indigenous trees as part of its commitment to environmental sustainability and creating a greener legacy for the community.
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Members of the team planted indigenous White Stinkwood (Celtis africana) and Karee (Searsia lancea) trees at the centre.
Centre management said the initiative was more than a symbolic Arbor Day activity, reflecting its focus on making practical and lasting contributions to the local environment.
Indigenous trees are suited to South African conditions, helping create healthier and more resilient green spaces.
As the trees mature, management expects them to provide shade and form part of a living legacy for future generations.
Hester Smith, the centre manager at Mall of the South, said: “Arbor Day is an important reminder that even relatively small actions can have a lasting impact. At Mall of the South, we want to play our part in protecting and enhancing our environment while creating a centre that our community can continue to enjoy for generations to come.”
The tree planting also allowed staff to step away from daily duties and participate directly in a sustainability project.
