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LATEST PERSISTENT RAINFALL AFFECTING ACCESS IN THE NORTH OF KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

The central and northern regions of the Kruger National Park (KNP) are currently experiencing flooding conditions which is affecting access to several camps. Due to substantial rain received from both outside and inside the park, the river levels have risen sharply. Rivers along the Shingwedzi and Luvuvhu systems have increased and are expected to continue fluctuating in the coming days as further rains are expected this week.
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Restoring Letaba Camp

All flood debris was removed by 13 February. A total of 21 truckloads of debris was removed and dumped. The camping area has been totally cleared.
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Kruger National Park (KNP) flood disaster assistance

The rain has abated and the water subsided in all the rivers, at least for a while, as the medium-to-long term weather forecasts predict more rain. This has given Park Management time to make a preliminary assessment of the damage and potential costs to replace, repair and rehabilitate. Initial estimates amount to half a billion Rand.
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Kruger Park Flood Fund

SANParks Honorary Rangers (SHR)respond to the overwhelming call from SANParksโ€™ online community, members, friends and SANParks stakeholders to establish a dedicated disaster fund to support Kruger National Park during and following the current floods.
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UPDATE ON SEVERE WEATHER WARNING: DAY VISITORS INTO THE KRUGER NATIONAL PARK TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED

Due to persistent and heavy rainfall affecting the Limpopo and Mpumalanga Provinces, the park has taken a precautionary decision not to allow day visitors into Kruger National Park until conditions improve.
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PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES IMPLEMENTED IN THE KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

Proactive measures have been implemented at Kruger National Park to ensure the safety of guests and staff, in light of the Level 6 severe weather warning issued for Limpopo Province from Sunday, 11 January, to Monday, 12 January 2026. As a precaution, Shingwedzi, Sirheni, and Bateleur Camps have been evacuated to avoid challenges in the event of flooding, while guests at Balule and Pafuri are given the option to stay, as these areas are not at risk.
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JOHANNESBURG REGION HOSTS ANOTHER HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL GOLF DAY AT PARKVIEW

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South African National Parks (SANParks) honoured exceptional individuals and organisations committed to safeguarding the countryโ€™s natural and cultural heritage at the 19th Annual Kudu Awards, held recently at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand.
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SANParks Honorary Rangersโ€™ Comrades Marathon Race4Charity Fundraiser a Massive Win for Conservation

The SANParks Honorary Rangers (SHR) have demonstrated how the legendary spirit of the Comrades Marathon can be harnessed to protect South Africaโ€™s natural heritage. Through the Comrades Marathon Associationโ€™s AmaBeadiBeadi charity initiative, and with the incredible support of Race4Charity runners and donors, the SHR has raised vital funds that will go directly into projects safeguarding South Africa National Parks (SANParks)
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Endoscopes for Elephants

Members of the Vaal Triangle Region are delighted to have funded the repair of a very important piece of veterinary equipment for the Kruger National Parkโ€™s Veterinary and Wildlife Services.
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