Kouga Calls On Community To Plant For The Future

Kouga Local Municipality is calling on residents, businesses and community organisations to help plant 500 trees across the region during September.

Five hundred trees. One Kouga. A greener future.

From a single seedling to a forest of possibilities, Kouga Local Municipality is inviting communities to put down roots for a greener, healthier and more sustainable future.

The initiative forms part of the municipality’s 2026 Arbour Month Tree Planting and Donation Campaign.

Plant A Tree, Grow A Future

Under the theme “Plant a Tree, Grow a Future”, the municipality is calling on residents, businesses, schools, community organisations, farmers and environmental groups to support the campaign during September 2026.

The goal is to plant 500 trees across the Kouga region.

This will include 250 indigenous trees to promote biodiversity, provide shade and improve public green spaces. A further 250 fruit trees will help support food security and community food gardens.

Kouga Executive Mayor Hattingh Bornman said the campaign gives communities an opportunity to make a lasting contribution to the environment.

“Every tree planted today is an investment in the future of our communities. By working together, we can create greener public spaces, protect our natural environment and strengthen food security for generations to come.”

Community Support

Residents and organisations can support the campaign by donating or sponsoring trees. They can also plant trees at homes, schools and businesses or organise community planting events.

In addition, they can partner with the municipality on environmental initiatives.

Businesses and organisations are particularly encouraged to support the campaign through their environmental and social responsibility programmes.

“This is a campaign for everyone. Whether you plant one tree or sponsor many, every contribution makes a difference. We want to see communities across Kouga taking ownership of creating a healthier, greener environment,” said Bornman.

The 500-Tree Target

The municipality is accepting donations of indigenous and fruit trees throughout September. It hopes to reach the full target of 500 trees by the end of the campaign.

For tree donations, sponsorships or planting initiatives, contact the Kouga Local Municipality Environmental Management and Parks Department.

Email ymlindazwe@kouga.gov.za or mengelbrecht@kouga.gov.za.