Galliot Park shows the power of partnerships

Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ), in partnership with the Glenhazel Residents Association and CAP Green, launched the upgraded Galliot Park on Tuesday. 

It says the park is a powerful example of what can be achieved when government, communities, and the private sector work together. 

The partnership is rooted in a shared commitment to make and keep Galliot Park a safe, secure, and welcoming green public open space. Through collective effort and community ownership, the park has been transformed into a place that supports healthy lifestyles, outdoor recreation, and family well-being. 

Key upgrades include improved perimeter fencing with controlled access points, solar-powered lighting in key areas of the park, and enhanced safety measures. 

Thanduxolo Mendrew, the Managing Director of JCPZ, said, “Galliot Park demonstrates the power of community ownership and partnership. 

“When residents, business, and government work together, public spaces are transformed into places of pride, safety, and opportunity. These collaborations allow us to protect green spaces, support healthy childhood development, and strengthen the social fabric of our city.” 

CAP Green Chief Executive Amanda Porter said, “Urban decay and public safety are closely linked. Clean, well-maintained public spaces reduce opportunistic crime and help restore community confidence. 

“By reimagining public spaces in ways that foster pride, connection, and a sense of belonging, we aim to inspire people to love where they live.” 

Galliot Park now stands as a symbol of shared responsibility, a reminder that when communities take ownership of their spaces, cities thrive. 

JCPZ said it serves as an invitation to like-minded organisations that care for the communities that form their consumer base to step forward, collaborate, and invest in initiatives that create safer, more vibrant urban environments for all.