Sinovuyo Jijana

Sinovuyo Jijana

Section Ranger, Eastern Cape Parks & Tourism Agency

Biography

Sinovuyo is a Section Ranger in the Dwesa/Cwebe Nature Reserve managed by the Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency. He grew up in rural areas of Pedi in the Eastern Cape and as a young boy he developed an interest in the possibilities of sustainable living, which would ensure stability and security for both people and the environment. As part of a ten-year plan, Sinovuyo wanted to pursue this line of interest and establish himself in a leadership position that would enable him to make a difference. Over the last decade he has accomplished personal goals, including being recognised with a Leadership Award from the ECPTA in 2019. 

Sinovuyo is an innovative leader particularly in the field of technology and environmentalism. He has been able to successfully motivate the use of drone technology in the management of Protected Areas within the ECPTA.