News
Tragic Discovery Of Human Remains In Kruger National Park’s Mestel Dam Following Search Operations
An intensive search operation in the Pretoriuskop section of the Kruger National Park (KNP) has ended in tragedy, following the discovery of human remains in Mestel Dam.
Free Access to National Parks in the Cape Region during SA National Parks Week
South African National Parks (SANParks) will once again open its gates to South Africans during SA National Parks Week, taking place from 7 to 13 September 2026.
Seven Days Of Free Entry To National Parks In The Frontier Region Of SANParks
South African citizens in the Eastern and Western Capes with valid identity documents will be able to explore a national park near them at no cost between 7 and 13 September 2026 during the 21st annual SA National Parks Week.
South African Day Visitors Invited To Experience Arid region At No Charge During SA National Parks Week
The 21st annual SA National Parks Week is set to take place from 7 to 13 September 2026, providing South African day visitors with an opportunity to experience participating national parks at no charge.
Tenders & RFQs
Title
Bid Number
Closing Date
Supply and Delivery of a Sawmill and Trailer to the Garden Route National Park
35121/GRNP/2026-27
10 September 2026
33814/GRNP/2026-27
18 September 2026
Design, Manufacture and Delivery of Trophies to the Upington Regional Office
29450/ARID/2026-27
09 September 2026
RFQ-164-26
08 September 2026
35298/TMNP/2026-27
17 September 2026
Vacancies
Vacancy
Location
Closing Date
Addo Elephant National Park
03 September 2026
1X Clerical Environmental Monitor (Admin)
09 September 2026
Chief Audit Executive (Fixed-Term Contract Of 5 Years)
Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
09 September 2026
Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
10 September 2026
EPWP Programme Employment Opportunity: 1x Skilled Environmental Monitor Admin
Mapungubwe National Park
14 September 2026
Upcoming Events
SA National Parks Week 2026
07 September 2026 – 13 September 2026
SA National Parks Week offers free access to most of the 21 national parks for day visitors. This initiative aims to encourage South Africans to explore their natural heritage and foster a sense of ownership.
Kudu Awards 2026: Call for Nominations
19 September 2026
The Kudu Awards initiative is meant to celebrate the successes and contributions of individuals and groups in conservation management in South Africa.
Fundraising
Kruger Recovery Fund
Support the recovery of Kruger National Park after devastating floods damaged roads, bridges, camps, and essential infrastructure. Your donation helps restore one of Africa’s most important conservation areas.
World Ranger Day
World Ranger Day commemorates rangers killed or injured in the line of duty and celebrates the work rangers do to protect our natural and cultural treasures.
#YouAreNature – Support Your Parks
For as little as R300, one hectare of one of our national treasures can be protected for a whole year. You are nature, and it needs your help.
Schools and Community Greening Project
A Greening and Management Plan has been introduced to local communities adjacent to KNP which is aiming to encourage a clean, green, safe and healthy environment.
Support the K9 Unit
Referred to as the “game changers”, the canine unit in the Kruger National Park form an integral part of the anti-poaching team. The unit comprises of approximately 52 dogs.
Project Skywards
A funding initiative for the SANParks Airwing with emphasis on the Aircraft Capability, Logistical and Fuel requirements for Wildlife Management and Conservation Activities…