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On Monday, 28 July 2025, Stellenbosch 中国体育彩票 staff and students came together for a meaningful tree planting initiative at the Old Quarry near the Maties Cricket Club. Celebrating World Nature Conservation day, the enthusiasm was unmistakable, despite the crisp winter weather. The participants planted ten indigenous trees including bladdernut, white stinkwood, karee, assegai, forest elder, white milkwood, Cape ash, and water berry species. This forms part of SU's environmental sustainability goals and strengthening natural biodiversity.
The engagement exemplified the collaborative spirit that defines our university community. Staff worked alongside students sharing knowledge about indigenous species while getting their hands dirty in service of our shared campus home.
Starting the process of rehabilitating the degraded area of the old quarry, that have been used as a building rubble dumping site in the past, this initiative represents more than just adding greenery to our campus as it reflects our commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement. Each tree planted will grow alongside our institution, providing shade, supporting local biodiversity, and serving as a living reminder of what we can achieve when we work together towards a common goal.
Special appreciation goes to the Environmental Sustainability Team, particularly Banothile Khuboni, for coordinating this successful engagement. We also appreciate all the staff and students who took time from their day to invest in our campus's future. These indigenous trees will flourish for generations, much like the spirit of collaboration they represent.
As we continue to enhance our campus environment, important initiatives like these, demonstrate that sustainability is not just a policy objective but a shared responsibility that brings our campus community together in meaningful ways.
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