On 28 June, the City of Johannesburg and Breathe Cities hosted the Pause and Breathe campaign, featuring the flagship ‘Hike for the Environment’ event at Kloofendal Nature Reserve in Roodepoort. The campaign aimed to raise awareness of clean air solutions across the city.
Even as a cold front gripped Johannesburg on the day, the sun broke through to warm residents who gathered to pause, breathe, and take a collective stand for cleaner air. Hike for the Environment was part of Youth Month celebrations and included a guided nature walk, youth-led environmental exhibits, and interactive learning experiences.
