Wake up, Robben Island’s solution is right under your noses Posted on 3 November 2010 Dear Mr Zuma/Ms Zille Not more nonsense over Robben Island surely. I am talking about the recent call by the DA for them to take over the running of Robben Island. Of course the ANC are less than amused. Never mind their management of one of SA’s most important historical sites – and lets be honest, tourist attractions – is nothing short of laughable. The point is guys you’re both deluded if you think any political party stands a hope in hell of achieving success. Tourism is a tough business, no matter whether that is purely ethereal, recreational and extravagant or critically important to the national identity. Robben Island is a case in point. Not only is this the beacon of hope of oppressed people everywhere, but it is also one of this country’s most important historical landmarks. It is critical that it is run efficiently so that it can be adequately preserved for future generations. Furthermore, profits earned out of ferrying well-heeled international visitors across Table Bay can be ploughed into getting less fortunate individuals through its gates. On the top of our agenda should be getting as many school children as possible to visit the island – lest we forget! So onto that solution – hand it over to SANParks for heavens sake. While they’re not perfect they’re a darn site better at running a tourism operation than either of your organisations. And considering their mandate is to protect critical natural and historically important landscapes for future generations who better. If they’re not the right people for the job I’m not sure who is. Regards Cameron Editor Getaway Magazine Related Posts Extinct & Endangered: world’s rarest insects captured in microscopic detail 16 March 2023 A collaboration between photographer, Levon Biss, and the American Museum of Natural History featured photos... read more Dutch tech company develops AI-powered anti-poaching camera 2 March 2023 EWT successfully challenges classification of wild animals as livestock 23 February 2023 Several previously classified animals as “landrace” breeds and managed as livestock will soon have their... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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