Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) said it will ensure that picnic spots in our favourite parks, right next to that big shady tree, will be clean and ready to laze the days away.
Bukelwa Njingolo, the acting managing director, said the entity has its litter-picking plan in place at all the flagship parks across the City of Johannesburg.
“With summer blazing, Joburgers opt to spend most of their time outdoors with family and friends. Our themed parks offer some of the best outdoor experiences in the city with long stretches of green lawns, leafy trees, play equipment for the little ones, braai and seating areas,” Njingolo said.
Of the over 30 flagship and most frequented parks such as Zoo Lake, Mayibuye Park, Delta Park, Thokoza Park, Alberts Farm, Kremetart Park, Sophiatown Park, litter-picking maintenance commenced on 16 December and will continue until January next year.
“Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo urges residents to discard their litter in the bins provided and refrain from disposing of hot ashes next to trees and on lawns. Provision is made for braaing for the safety and well-being of park users and our environment.”
The litter-picking maintenance plan forms part of the Executive Mayor, Councillor Herman Mashaba’s call to action aligned to the citywide A Re Sebetseng clean-up programme.
The plan is to work together with citizens in keeping Joburg clean, neat and litter-free.
“Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo’s litter-picking maintenance schedules across the city will ensure that those of us who will be staying home for the holidays, enjoy clean, litter-free and friendly parks,” Njingolo said.
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