Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo undergoes maintenance

Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ), which manages over 20,000 hectares of green open spaces across the city, has announced maintenance on some of its properties. 

JCPZ is responsible for several key public spaces, including flagship parks, conservation areas, the Johannesburg Botanical Garden, 134 conservation sites, 38 cemeteries, three crematoria, and the Joburg Zoo. 

According to the statement, the maintenance programme comes after the seasonal backlogs caused by heavy and persistent rainfall. During November and December, Johannesburg experienced persistent rain and flooding in certain parts of the city, resulting in damage to public green spaces.  

According to the site, since October 2025, JCPZ emergency response teams have attended to over 420 fallen trees during peak storm periods.  

In addition to repair work, JCPZ remain committed to urban greening initiatives. The city has been engaged in several projects aimed at improving air quality and promoting the well-being of its residents. These efforts include routine services such as grass cutting, tree pruning and general park maintenance across the city.

Residents are encouraged to visit the JCPZ website to view area-specific maintenance schedules, particularly if they plan to see some of the attractions. 

“We understand the importance of green spaces to daily life in Johannesburg and remain committed to keeping them healthy and accessible," said JCPZ Managing Director Thanduxolo Mendrew in a statement posted on the site.

One of the most popular attractions in the city is the Johannesburg Zoo. It attracts thousands of locals and visitors from outside the city, offering over 320 animal species with a total population of around 2,000 animals. Read more about it here. 

Parks within the city are also a great attraction, offering a peaceful retreat in the midst of nature. Some of the features include beautiful, well-maintained lawns, which are great for picnics, indigenous flora, hiking trails, riverine forests, and a waterfall. Read more about the Johannesburg Botanical Gardens here.  

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