National Arbor Week

1-7 September (South Africa)

Planting trees in honour of RU retirees

National Arbor Week (Iviki Lezihlahla) serves to promote awareness for the need to plant and maintain indigenous trees throughout South Africa, especially for the many disadvantaged communities who often live in barren areas. During this week, Rhodes University plants indigenous trees in honour of retired staff.

  Arbor Day at Rhodes University

Every Arbor Week celebration highlights two specific trees, one common and one rare species. The aim of Arbor Week is to:

• Promote a better understanding of trees, particularly indigenous trees
• Highlight the important role trees play in sustainable development and the livelihoods of people and their environment
• Encourage communities to participate in various greening activities within their own surroundings
• Raise awareness of South Africa’s urban greening initiatives

More info: http://www.dwaf.gov.za/events/ArborWeek/