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In line with international norms, as well as its vision of “connecting society”, South African National Parks (SANParks) is pleased to announce the opening of the first Muslim Prayer Facility at the Skukuza rest Camp in the Kruger National Park (KNP), which took place today, 3 December 2018.

Four more facilities will be opened in due course at Lower Sabie and Satara Rest Camps as well the Afsaal and Tshokwane Picnic Sites.

“This project was facilitated by the SANParks Honorary Rangers JHB South Branch, who within a very short space of time raised the funds required for the development”; said the KNP Managing Executive, Glenn Phillips.

The facility will include a wash up area (Wudhu Facility for both males and females); Muslim guests will need to provide their own prayer mats (Musallas).

The facility in Skukuza Rest Camp is located on the pathway between the Clock tower and the Stevenson Hamilton Memorial Library.

The KNP Managing Executive, Glenn Phillips (left) opens the prayer facility; with him are Yusuf Dockrat, the Chairperson of the Honorary Rangers JHB South Branch and Ibraheem Dockrat of the Tourism Development and Marketing, SANParks.

The KNP Managing Executive, Glenn Phillips cuts the ribbon at the prayer room entrance for the women, looking on are Jusuf Dockrat and a Junior Honorary Ranger from the JHB South Branch of the SANParks Honorary Rangers.

Female members of the Muslim Community and Honorary Rangers from JHB South Branch

The Just after Midday Compulsory prayer underway at the Salaal Facility for women

Mr MI Junaid Hassim gave an overview on the importance of the prayer facility to Muslim guests

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South African National Parks – Kruger National Park. Communications & Marketing Department

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