WWF South Africa is spreading the Earth Hour love with fun movie nights under the stars at Kirstenbosch and Walter Sisulu gardens and free screenings in underserved rural, township and peri-urban locations.
South Africa (06 March 2025) – Last year South Africa ranked among the top 10 countries worldwide for participation and engagement for Earth Hour.
This year, WWF South Africa aims to make Earth Hour 2025 even bigger and more impactful!
Recognised as The Biggest Hour for Earth, WWF is inviting all South Africans to come together to make a powerful statement for nature by pledging at least 60 minutes of action in celebration of Earth Hour 2025 (22 March).
Since its inception in 2007, Earth Hour has served as a global moment of unity to raise awareness about pressing environmental issues.
Pedzi Gozo, Executive Manager of Strategic Communications at WWF South Africa, shares that the initiative has always been about inspiring and supporting individuals to act for change.
“It is a visible demonstration of how we can work together to advocate for global action to reverse the twin threats of global biodiversity loss and climate change. We can all make a difference as long as we come together to take action. In this spirit, let us all work together to make Earth Hour 2025 the Biggest Hour for Earth,” says Gozo.
If you’re wondering how to take part in this incredible initiative, there are several ways for individuals to have fun, get involved, and take meaningful action for nature. One such way is signing up for Earth Hour where participants will be in the running for exciting prizes, including a ‘glamping’ weekend away with AfriCamps.
There is also the ultimate Earth Hour celebration: WWF South Africa is hosting two major Earth Hour events in the beautiful Kirstenbosch and Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens, in Cape Town and Johannesburg respectively on 22 March 2025.
Gates open at 6 pm, and the screening of the family-friendly movie Happy Feet will commence at 8 pm.
In line with WWF South Africa’s commitment to reach communities, the organisation will also be expanding the reach of Earth Hour 2025 by hosting free community screenings across the country in underserved rural, township and peri-urban locations.
These screenings will take place from 15 to 31 March, combining entertainment with vital environmental education. Details will be made available locally.
For those who wish to do their own thing, individuals and companies can plan their own planet-friendly activities to celebrate Earth Hour such as tree-planting, plogging (jog and trash collection), hosting an yoga session inspired by nature or even organising a zero-waste group picnic.
To log and plan your event, visit: www.wwf.org.za/earthhour
For more ideas, the campaign video, featuring upcycled clothing and sustainable lifestyles, can be viewed here.
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