Dressing the Princess
The town of Princess Vlei was once a safe haven for the surrounding community who would gather to fish, swim, and carry out traditional ceremonies.
t some point, this town was abandoned by the government and became a dumping ground fraught with crime and gangsterism. As conditions in the Vlei worsened, the city attempted to sell the land to build a shopping centre. This was the spark that ignited a once fragmented community to come together to fight back against the development and restore Princess Vlei into a biodiversity hotspot and cultural heritage site.
This film 'Dressing the Princess' tells a story about two courageous conservationists, Denisha and Alexas, as they fight to restore a culturally significant wetland in South Africa’s most notorious neighbourhood. The combination of these two individuals and their different expertise enables the restoration and protection of land in the community of Princess Vlei.
Conservationists play a crucial role in protecting indigenous land in small communities by preserving their rich cultural heritage and traditional knowledge. Their efforts help maintain the delicate balance of ecosystems and prevent the loss of unique plant and animal species that may have important ecological and medicinal value. In order to foster sustainable development and ensure the preservation of their cultural identity for future generations.
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Duration: 10min
