Climate · Eastern Cape · South Africa · October 10, 2026

South Africa declares new Grassland National Park

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Oct 8, 8:00 PM ET

South Africa declared the Grassland National Park in the Eastern Cape, covering about 10,226 hectares across 18 properties.

Why it matters

Protecting grasslands helps conserve an under-protected biome and its biodiversity.

Background

Grasslands are among South Africa's most threatened ecosystems due to farming and development. The country's national parks are managed by SANParks.

The story so far

1. Oct 9South Africa declares new Grassland National Park
2. Oct 10South Africa declares new Grassland National Park

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Sources

• Cape Town ETC ↗October 9, 2026

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