Conservation Champion Khonaye Gcaza Honoured for Leadership! [Video]

Khonaye Gcaza, a brilliant young mind from the Western Cape, is making waves in the world of conservation! The high schooler recently won the prestigious Youth in Conservation Award at the SANParks Kudu Awards for her inspiring contributions to preserving the environment.

Midrand, South Africa (02 December 2024) – Worthy of being celebrated as a conservation champion, Khonaye Gcaza has demonstrated extraordinary leadership and dedication to sustainability from a young age.

Her commitment to protecting and preserving the environment in school and community was honoured with the prestigious Youth in Conservation Award at the SANParks Kudu Awards held last week in Midrand.

Khonaye has spearheaded recycling initiatives, youth dialogues, and food gardening to secure the title of Eco-Leader of the Year at her school, Intsebenziswano High School in the Western Cape, where she also holds the role of being a passionate WESSA reporter.

According to WESSA, Khonaye has created an indelible mark on her school and community, showing what it means to be a true …