The Walker Bay Nature Reserve has received the esteemed Green Coast Award from the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa WESSA for the 2025/26 season, affirming its dedication to environmental stewardship and sustainable coastal management, Cape town Etc reports.
The accolade was announced at a national awards ceremony held in Port Alfred on 31 October 2025, co-hosted by WESSA and the Ndlambe Municipality. This annual event celebrates excellence in coastal management, environmental education, and nature-based tourism along South Africa's picturesque coastlines.
The Green Coast Programme, initiated by WESSA, identifies natural and less-developed coastal areas that maintain environmental integrity while fostering responsible tourism and community engagement.