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If supported, the plan will add an additional 950,1 hectares to the reserves currently managed by the City. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The proposal includes the proclamation of two new nature reserves in Somerset West \u2013 Schapenberg Nature Reserve and Paardevlei Nature Reserve \u2013 together covering 88,2 hectares, while five existing reserves across Cape Town will be expanded by 861,9 hectares. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deputy Mayor and Mayco member for spatial planning and environment Eddie Andrews said the expansion will help safeguard Cape Town\u2019s unique natural environment while also providing valuable recreational spaces for residents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cOur nature reserves play a critical role in the conservation of our unique biodiversity and ecosystems. Most of these reserves are located close to communities and provide residents with a place where they can spend time in nature, away from roads, buildings, traffic and noise,\u201d Andrews said. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He added that many of the reserves offer hiking trails, walking routes, bird hides, educational centres and picnic spots for visitors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cBeyond recreation and wellbeing, these areas also allow us to secure land for conservation purposes. By protecting biodiversity offsets we can facilitate future development without compromising our biodiversity,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-two-new-helderberg-reserves\">Two new Helderberg reserves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Council\u2019s support will be requested for the proclamation of two new nature reserves in the Helderberg area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Schapenberg Nature Reserve, located on the Schapenberg Hills in Somerset West, will cover 13,2 hectares, while Paardevlei Nature Reserve, also in Somerset West, will consist of 75 hectares. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The City officially launched Schapenberg Nature Reserve in September last year and has already started clearing invasive alien vegetation to reduce fire risks in the area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Environmental Management Department is also working on identifying sustainable activities for the reserve that are compatible with its natural environment. Planned initiatives include guided spring walks, night walks, outdoor classrooms and environmental education programmes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-expansions-across-cape-town\">Expansions across Cape Town<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Five existing reserves will also be expanded if Council approves the proposal. 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