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The Citizen
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Rhythm in the wild: Book now to see Ndlovu Youth Choir live in Kruger
Rhythm in the wild: Book now to see Ndlovu Youth Choir live in Kruger Get ready for an extraordinary night of music, culture and purpose at the upcoming Kruger Concert for Conservation, headlined by the world-renowned Ndlovu Youth Choir. Taking place next Friday, June 13, this exclusive fundraising event is part of the prestigious Kruger Concert for Conservation series. With the vast and untamed beauty of Kruger National Park as its setting, the evening promises an inspiring blend of artistry and advocacy. Seats are limited for this one-of-a-kind experience. General admission tickets are R1 150 and include a complimentary glass of wine or gin, a selection of harvest table snacks, and a concert ticket – making it a night to remember in support of a vital cause. The event is co-hosted by the SANParks Honorary Rangers Lowveld to raise funds for conservation efforts in the Kruger National Park. Seats are limited, book now Guests are encouraged to book early on Quicket to secure their seats. Conservation fees and accommodation are not included. No private vehicles will be allowed, but convenient shuttle services will be provided from Nelspruit, Kruger Gate and the Pretoriuskop and Skukuza rest camps. Shuttle tickets can be booked when you book your concert tickets on the Quicket website. You can elevate your concert experience with an exclusive hospitality package, designed to make your evening at the Kruger Concert for Conservation truly unforgettable. While general seating offers a fantastic experience, the hospitality package provides the ultimate way to enjoy this prestigious event. What's included in your hospitality package? A premium welcome experience at the concert with an abundant harvest table and a complimentary glass of wine. A concert ticket. A guided game drive to the concert venue through the iconic Kruger bushveld. Bed and breakfast accommodation at the serene and stylish Nkambeni Safari Lodge. Return shuttle service between the lodge and the concert venue. Package pricing: R2 550 per person sharing R2 925 for a single person Important: When booking, please indicate whether you would like a shared or a single package. The return shuttles leave from 14:30, and guests must ensure they check in at Nkambeni Safari Lodge before their shuttle departs. Bookings for hospitality packages can only be done through Linda Pieters. Please email her. As proud sponsors of the Kruger Concert for Conservation, both FNB Mpumalanga and Produkta Motor Suzuki Nelspruit share a commitment to preserving South Africa's natural and cultural heritage. Ken Ngcobo of FNB Mpumalanga shared: 'FNB is deeply committed to preserving and uplifting South Africa's natural and cultural heritage. Our support for this initiative is a reflection of that mission, strengthening the vital conservation efforts led by the Kruger Honorary Rangers in the Kruger National Park. By protecting this iconic and historic environment, we help sustain the tourism industry in Mpumalanga and ensure future generations can experience its wonders.' PD Terblanche of Suzuki Nelspruit echoed this sentiment, saying: 'Music and nature both have the power to unite and inspire. We're honoured to support an event that celebrates both while contributing to vital conservation efforts.' Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
23-05-2025
- General
- The Citizen
Harmful alien plant species removed by SANParks Honorary Rangers
The biodiversity of the Kruger National Park (KNP) faces a serious threat from invasive alien plant species that are not indigenous to the region and have been introduced either intentionally or accidentally. These plants, also referred to as exotic, non-native, or foreign species, include well-known invaders such as lantana (Lantana camara), paraffin weed (Chromolaena odorata), queen of the night cactus (Cereus jamacaru), prickly pear (Opuntia spp.), famine weed (Parthenium hysterophorus), pompom weed (Campuloclinium macrocephalum), Mauritius thorn (Caesalpinia decapetala) and slender potato creeper (Solanum seaforthianum.) ALSO READ: Youth Forum plants indigenous trees in White River To combat this, the SANParks Honorary Rangers (SHR) in the Lowveld region co-ordinate regular hack duties that are volunteer-driven operations focused on removing these plants from affected areas in the park. The hack operations are physically demanding and form a continuous part of conservation efforts. Amelda Obermeyer, the SHR hack co-ordinator in the Lowveld region, says: 'We employ several methods for invasive plant removal, including mechanical control, which involves physically cutting or uprooting the plants, often followed by the application of approved herbicides to prevent regrowth. With biological control, natural enemies such as the cochineal insect (Dactylopius opuntiae), which targets specific plant species like the prickly pear and queen of the night, are used.' In May 2025, the team had a successful hack at Nkambeni Safari Camp and Mdluli Safari Lodge. A total of 14 dedicated volunteers from six different SHR regions took part. During this effort, over 2 000 lantana plants and 600 paraffin weed plants were eradicated. Events like the upcoming open-air performance by the renowned Ndlovu Youth Choir, under the stars in the Kruger National Park, are essential for fundraising. ALSO READ: Experience the magic of Ndlovu Youth Choir under the stars at Kruger Concert for Conservation The event on June 13 promises to be an unforgettable evening. There are limited exclusive overnight glamping packages available at Nkambeni Safari Camp. The cost is R2 550 per person sharing and R2 950 per single person, which includes bed and breakfast, concert tickets with a harvest table and a glass of wine, a return shuttle with a game drive experience and conservation fees. Bookings can be made with Linda Pieters at lowveldfundraising@ At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
