site.btaBulgarian Ambassador Joins Tree-Planting Campaign in South Africa

Bulgarian Ambassador to South Africa Maria Pavlova took part in a large-scale tree-planting campaign at Freedom Park in Pretoria on September 24, 2025 (Heritage Day), the Bulgarian Embassy announced on its Facebook page.

The event is part of a presidential initiative aiming to plant 10 million trees across all provinces in South Africa, helping to combat climate change and green urban spaces.

Ambassadors and diplomats based in Pretoria also joined the effort. In a conversation with Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Bernice Swarts, Ambassador Pavlova welcomed the initiative, highlighting its role in protecting natural heritage and fostering human connection.

“The Embassy will monitor and care for the ‘Bulgarian’ tree planted in one of Pretoria’s most beautiful areas,” the diplomatic mission noted.