General Information
What is Lupili Park?
Lupili Park is a community green space in Ndola that is being transformed into a vibrant hub for relaxation, recreation, education, and environmental preservation. It is designed to serve as a tourist destination and a safe haven for residents of all ages.
What are the proposed plans for Lupili Park?
Lupili Park is being developed to balance recreational use, environmental conservation, and education. Planned enhancements include:
- A botanic garden and indigenous plant nursery
- A secure perimeter fence
- A small car park
- A landscaped Miombo woodland environment
- Recreational facilities like walking tracks, fitness stations and children’s play area.
What are the park’s opening and closing hours?
The park will be available for recreational use at specific times: 06:00hrs to 18:00hrs daily. These hours ensure safety and proper maintenance.
Park Features and Recreational Facilities
Will the park be accessible to everyone?
Yes, Lupili Park will be open to the public, with planned pathways and facilities to accommodate visitors of all ages.
What recreational activities will be available?
Visitors can enjoy walking tracks, a botanic garden, fitness stations, childrens play area, and peaceful natural spaces for relaxation and education
Will there be parking available?
A small car park will be constructed to accommodate visitors’ vehicles conveniently.
Environmental and Conservation Efforts
What is being done to protect the environment in Lupili Park?
The park’s development prioritizes environmental conservation, including:
- Establishing a botanic garden with educational signage
- Removal of invasive plant species
- Planting indigenous Miombo woodland species
- Creating habitats to attract and protect local birds
What plants will be featured in the botanic garden?
The botanic garden will showcase indigenous plants such as orchids, aloes, cycads, and trees. Each plant will have informational signage detailing its uses, conservation status, and interesting facts.
How will the park support biodiversity?
By planting indigenous species and excluding domestic predators like cats, the park will create a safe habitat for native birds and endangered plants, contributing to the region’s ecological balance.
What is the purpose of the indigenous plant nursery?
The nursery will propagate Miombo woodland species for replanting within the park and other conservation efforts.
Education and Community Engagement
How will the park promote education?
Lupili Park will feature labeled plants in the botanic garden, providing visitors with information on their names, uses, and ecological significance. It will also host conservation and environmental awareness programs.
Can schools and groups visit the park for educational purposes?
Yes, the park will welcome schools, youth groups, and community organizations for educational tours and activities.
Safety and Accessibility
Why is a perimeter fence being constructed?
The fence will secure park assets and plants, protect visitors, and prevent illegal activities or unauthorized access.
How will the park ensure safety for visitors and wildlife?
Solar-powered lighting will enhance security, and the exclusion of domestic cats will protect native bird species. Access control during specified hours will also contribute to safety.
Will the park have adequate facilities for visitors?
Yes, in addition to the car park and walking tracks, benches, signage, and rest areas will be provided for visitor convenience.
Will the park have lighting for safety at night?
Yes, solar-powered perimeter lighting will be installed to enhance security and visibility.
How will the park address maintenance costs?
Income from park activities and entry fees, as well as community partnerships, will be used to cover maintenance costs.
When will the park be open to the public?
The opening date will be announced after the completion of planned improvements.