The national #WomenShutdown has reignited concerns about safety in Tokai Forest, with Parkscape warning that women and children remain vulnerable in Cape Town’s urban-edge green spaces.
Parkscape was formed in 2016 after a teenage girl was found murdered in the forest, an incident that followed earlier community warnings that removing pine plantations for dense fynbos would reduce visibility and increase risk.
Those concerns were raised with SANParks nearly two decades ago.
Today, Parkscape works with neighbourhood watches, the police, Law Enforcement and private security partners to improve safety through regular patrols, user education and visible paths.
Thousands visit Tokai Forest every week, and the organisation said a community presence is key to limiting crime.
As part of the national (and international) 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children Parkscape will host its annual ribbon-tying event at the Tokai Ribbon Gate on Saturday 29 November at 09:00, followed by a 4 km walk in Lower Tokai to honour women and girls lost to violence.
Residents are encouraged to join the walk and show support for safer public spaces.
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