The Mpumalanga provincial government has called on tourism businesses affected by the extensive flooding in and around the Kruger National Park (KNP) to submit their details for relief from the Department of Tourism.
The Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development and Tourism said it is compiling verified information for submission to Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille to “seek urgent relief and intervention for affected tourism enterprises”.
Affected businesses should submit company details with a brief description of damages incurred, including photos, and proof of the value of cancelled services.
Information can be emailed to one of the following addresses:
Meanwhile, SANParks will establish a Kruger Relief Fund to assist with rebuilds, emergency supplies and other necessities, according to Willie Aucamp, Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment.
Aucamp, who visited the KNP on Saturday, January 17, said SANParks will communicate further details on the fund in due course. The fund is set to be managed by two independent firms.
The Minister will hold a media briefing in Cape Town on Wednesday, January 21, to provide details on the latest developments in the park.
SANParks Honorary Rangers has also established a dedicated fundraising initiative to support flood relief efforts in and around the KNP. Readers who wish to contribute can find further details in the volunteer organisation’s official communication channels.
