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South Africa's national parks represent a vital natural heritage with the potential for substantial financial returns. The upcoming assessments during the 2025 WhyAfrica road trip will evaluate eight parks, focusing on climate impacts and development pressures.

These evaluations will reveal both risks and opportunities, emphasizing that national parks can be significant economic assets when managed effectively. Investing in the South African National Parks (SANParks) offsets promotes sustainability, mitigates risks for extractive industries, and enhances investor credibility in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) markets.