Kruger National Park History ( Sixth Decade 1948 - 1957

1950 - Researching The Park
The research unit was established in the Kruger Park. Dr T. G. Nel was the first scientist appointed followed by M. van der Schijf. Since then the science-management partnership has been very effective in ensuring the regular updating of park policies.

1951 - Electricity
Electric lighting installed. Huts received wash-basins with hot and cold water.

1950s - Veld Burning
Burning of the veld was re-implemented to establish more suitable conditions for grazers.

1954 - Fire Experiments
A series of veld-burning experiments was instituted in the four major vegetation types. This experiment continues to this day which makes it one of the longest fire experiments in the world.