Award for a conservationist at heart

Thabazimbi – Tshokolo Joseph Molefe’s ‘excellent performance’ award was not a surprise for him and his colleagues at Marakele National Park!

After winning the regional manager’s award at the northern region awards in August, his colleagues knew there was no stopping this dedicated employee of the organisation. The award was handed at the SANParks Kudu Awards that were held on Thursday, 23 November, at the CSIR convention centre in Pretoria.

Molefe’s career with SANParks spans over two decades and has seen him grow from being a field ranger to a ranger corporal leading a team of five field rangers, twenty-five (25) environmental monitors and the working on fire team.

“It is every organisation’s wish to retain their excellent performers and I am happy that Marakele National Park has been able to retain Tshokolo for more than 23 years enjoying the fruits of his dedication and loyalty. He is everything that fits a perfect picture of excellence and dedication to the mission of the organisation,” said park manager of Marakele, Mphadeni Nthangeni.