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25/10/2026

OUR PARKS, OUR HERITAGE, OUR SHARED RESPONSIBILITY

Conservation must protect nature while building meaningful relationships with neighbouring communities. Recent tariff increases at protected areas across the North West Province have raised concerns among visitors, tourism stakeholders and nearby communities.

As North West Conservation Clubs, we believe this requires honest engagement.
Maintaining protected areas is costly. Wildlife protection, anti-poaching efforts, roads, fences, facilities, staff and biodiversity conservation all require funding.

Protected areas protect biodiversity, water resources and ecosystems while supporting tourism, jobs, education, research and local enterprise. For communities near Borakalalo, Pilanesberg, Madikwe, Kgaswane Mountain, Botsalano and other protected areas, these spaces should offer opportunities for learning, participation and sustainable development.

Children should understand that these places are part of their heritage and that they have a role in protecting them.
As Baba Dioum observed:
“In the end, we will conserve only what we love; we will love only what we understand; and we will understand only what we are taught.”

Conservation must therefore include surrounding communities through education, empowerment and lasting partnerships.

We understand that inadequate maintenance and financial constraints threaten protected areas. However, revenue generation must be balanced with affordability and access, especially for local families and learners.

Communities should help protect wildlife, report illegal activities and support sustainable resource management.

Let us build protected areas founded on conservation excellence, accessibility, accountability and community partnership.

13/10/2026

We are fully behind all South African nominees. Again, irrespective of what happens, they are our champions and winners.

12/10/2026

Appreciation for the Support and Outstanding Service During the Stakeholders' Camp in one of the park of North West Parks & Tourism Board.

Dear Park Management and the Entire Borakalalo Nature Reserve Team,

On behalf of everyone who participated in our recent stakeholders' camp, I would like to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation for the outstanding support we received from the Park management and all park officials.

Our camp was a wonderful experience and we would like to acknowledge the dedication, commitment and willingness of the entire team to ensure that our stay was comfortable and successful.

What stood out for us was the level of support we received, even under challenging circumstances. Despite the absence of running water, the provision of water was greatly appreciated and demonstrated the management's commitment to ensuring that our needs were attended to. This simple but significant gesture made a tremendous difference to our experience.

We were equally impressed by the cleanliness of the campsite. It was evident that effort had been made to maintain a clean and welcoming environment for all participants. Furthermore, firewood was readily available throughout the camp, ensuring that we did not have to worry about this important aspect of our camping experience.

Above all, the support we received from all park officials was on another level. Their willingness to assist, their positive attitude, and their commitment to making our camp a success did not go unnoticed. We felt welcomed, supported and appreciated as stakeholders who share a common vision for the conservation and sustainability of Borakalalo Nature Reserve.

Such cooperation demonstrates the importance of building strong relationships between Park management, stakeholders and communities. When we work together with a shared purpose, we can create meaningful experiences while contributing to the protection and development of our natural heritage.

Our stakeholders' camp was not merely about spending time in the park; it was about strengthening partnerships, taking responsibility and making a positive contribution towards the future of Borakalalo Nature Reserve. Your support helped create an environment in which these objectives could be pursued successfully.

It was an honour and a great privilege to host His Majesty the King and the Royal House of Baphuthing boo Nawa. We are deeply humbled by their presence and grateful for the opportunity to welcome and host the royal delegation. Their presence made the occasion truly special and we remain honoured to have been part of this memorable moment. Rea leboga, Kgosi le Royal House ya Baphuthing boo Nawa!

We recognise that managing a nature reserve comes with many challenges and after our snare removal efforts, we are hugely disturbed by poaching and its visible impact and we do not take your efforts for granted. We sincerely thank the management and every park official who played a role in making our stay memorable.

We hope that this spirit of cooperation and mutual support will continue to grow as we work together to make Borakalalo Nature Reserve a place we can all be proud of.
Thank you for going the extra mile. Your support reminded us that conservation is not only about protecting wildlife and the environment; it is also about people, partnerships, and a shared commitment to a greater cause.

We left the Park to a cry of a red chested cuckoo (Piet-mei-vrou), my favorite migrant bird and I knew summer is almost here.

We look forward to many more successful camps and continued collaboration with the Borakalalo Nature Reserve team.

Yours sincerely,

Baile Mangweng Motshoane
Stakeholder and Conservationist

01/10/2026

TOGETHER, WE MUST PROTECT OUR RHINOS

It was World Rhino day just the other day. I went on to learn that we have lost 230 precious Rhinos between January and August this year. Although this marks a slight decline from the 248 cases reported during the same period in 2025, this number is unacceptable. The fight against rhino poaching cannot however be left to Rangers alone. It will take all of us — communities, conservation organisations, law-enforcement agencies, businesses, tourists, traditional leaders and ordinary citizens — to protect our rhinos and defeat the criminal networks that threaten them.

Our rhinos are more than a symbol of Africa. They are an important part of our ecosystems, contributing to the balance and health of the natural environment.

When we protect rhinos, we protect biodiversity, our natural heritage and the future of generations yet to come.
Today, we salute our RangerTOGETHER, WE MUST PROTECT OUR RHINOS 🦏
It was World Rhino day just the other day. I went on to learn that we have lost 230 precious Rhinos between January and August this year. Although this marks a slight decline from the 248 cases reported during the same period in 2025, still this number is unacceptable. The fight against rhino poaching cannot however be left to Rangers alone. It will take all of us — communities, conservation organisations, law-enforcement agencies, businesses, tourists, traditional leaders and ordinary citizens — to protect our rhinos and defeat the criminal networks that threaten them.

Our rhinos are more than a symbol of Africa. They are an important part of our ecosystems, contributing to the balance and health of the natural environment.

When we protect rhinos, we protect biodiversity, our natural heritage and the future of generations yet to come.

Today, we salute our Rangers who continue to stand on the frontline. They walk long distances, work in difficult conditions, spend nights away from their families and face enormous risks to ensure that these magnificent animals remain in the wild. Their dedication deserves our respect, appreciation and support.

But Rangers cannot win this battle alone.
Every one of us has a role to play. Report suspicious activity. Support conservation initiatives. Educate our children. Protect our protected areas. Stand with communities living alongside wildlife. And never turn a blind eye to activities that threaten our natural heritage.

Let us remember: a rhino lost to poaching is not only a loss to today — it is a loss to generations we may never meet. Let us stand together, support our Rangers and become part of the solution.

Protect the Rhino.
Support the Rangers.
Protect our Heritage.
Protect our Future.

29/09/2026

We are still losing far too many. Let's be part of the solution.

29/09/2026

Together, We Keep Building Borakalalo Nature Reserve.

Another weekend has come and gone, and once again, in one protected area of the North West Parks & Tourism Board, Borakalalo has reminded us of what is possible when people come together with a common purpose. It was another incredibly successful and productive work party. But beyond the list of tasks completed, what makes these weekends special is the spirit of volunteerism, commitment and love for this beautiful place that brings everyone together.

At Pitjane, three new bins were installed, with another bin installed at the Main Gate. A heartfelt thank you to WEG for manufacturing and donating these bins. Your generosity is helping us create a cleaner and more welcoming Borakalalo.
Our volunteers and Park staff also spent time clearing bush and fallen trees, helping to improve the surroundings and make the area safer and more accessible.

At the Main Gate ablutions, six new light fittings were installed, while additional work was done on the ablution roof. Also, two trees were planted — small acts today that will become part of Borakalalo's future.

One of the most important activities was the removal of four gill nets. This is more than simply removing nets from the Klipvooor dam. It is about protecting our aquatic life and reminding ourselves that conservation requires constant vigilance and action.

Brackets were installed in the store for the new tools generously donated by Strike Technologies. A very special thank you to Brent and Justin for this valuable contribution. These tools will continue to serve the Park long after this particular work party is over.

And then there are those whose contributions may not always be visible, but without whom much of this work would not happen. Thanks to everyone who contributed to the Friends of Borakalalo Nature Reserve GoTyme account. Through your generosity, we were able to purchase light fittings, light switches, cement and other essential materials needed for the work.

Every contribution matters.
Some give money.
Some give tools.
Some give materials.
Some give their skills.
And some simply give their time.
But together, we give something much bigger — hope for Borakalalo.

To every volunteer and every member of the Park staff who rolled up their sleeves and got involved: Re a leboga. Your dedication continues to inspire us.

This is what Friends of Borakalalo is about — not waiting for someone else to fix things, but recognising what needs to be done and saying, "Let us do our part." The work is far from finished. In fact, planning for our next work party has already started, with another exciting list of activities identified.

Step by step, Weekend by weekend, Tree by tree, Bin by bin, Repair by repair, We are building something special at Borakalalo.
And perhaps one day, when visitors walk through the Park, they may never know who installed that bin, planted that tree, fixed that roof or removed that gill net.

But we will know. We will know that ordinary people came together because they cared.
This is our contribution. This is our legacy. This is Borakalalo. Together, we keep building.

22/09/2026

WORLD RHINO DAY — 22 SEPTEMBER

Today, we celebrate the fact that we still have rhinos roaming freely in their natural habitat. Their continued existence is a reminder that conservation efforts can make a difference and that there is still hope for our wildlife.

But above all, we salute and thank our Rangers — the men and women on the frontline who protect our wildlife, often working under difficult and dangerous conditions. Every rhino protected is a testament to their courage, commitment and sacrifice.

As we celebrate the rhino today, let us remember that protecting wildlife is not the responsibility of Rangers alone. It is a responsibility we all share.

Happy World Rhino Day! 🦏

22/09/2026

To the Men & Women saving our Rhino. Cheers.

19/09/2026

Enough is Enough

13/09/2026

Our Rhino, our Heritage, Our Responsibility.

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