February 08
South Africa: Climate Change Fund to Be Established to Support Communities
Government is expected to establish a Climate Change Response Fund to address the devastating effects of the phenomenon on vulnerable areas in South Africa. Read more »
February 07
South Africa: Period for Ministerial Task Team for Captive Lion Industry Extended
The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Barbara Creecy, has extended the establishment of the Ministerial Task Team -- which is set to identify and recommend… Read more »
South Africa: Agricultural Sector Urged to Protect Livestock From Extreme Heat
Western Cape Agriculture MEC, Dr Ivan Meyer, has urged the agriculture sector to take the necessary measures to protect lives, livestock, crops and agricultural infrastructure amid… Read more »
South Africa: KZN Disaster Teams Respond to Areas Affected By Severe Thunderstorm
The KwaZulu-Natal Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Department says provincial disaster management teams are responding to the trail of destruction caused by severe… Read more »
February 05
South Africa: Mchunu Commits to Resolve Ethekwini Water Supply Challenges
Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu, has undertaken to resolve the water supply challenges in the City of eThekwini by 15 February 2024. Read more »
January 23
South Africa: Several Parts of KZN Classified Disaster Areas Following Floods
Several flood-stricken parts of KwaZulu-Natal have been classified disaster areas by Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister, Thembi Nkadimeng. Read more »
January 22
South Africa: Ekurhuleni Launches Clean Up Campaign
The City of Ekurhuleni has launched a clean up campaign aimed at addressing illegal dumping and maintaining green spaces in the municipality - particularly in the township. Read more »
December 29, 2023
South Africa: Four Bodies Recovered in Ladysmith Floods
The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Disaster Management Centre has confirmed that search and rescue teams have discovered the remains of four people in Ladysmith. Read more »
December 21, 2023
South Africa: Public Urged to Follow Instructions of Firefighting Authorities in Simon's Town
The public has been urged to follow instructions from firefighters managing the wildfire in Simon's Town. Read more »
December 19, 2023
South Africa: Durban Beaches 'Safe for Swimming', Mayor Says
As thousands of holidaymakers are expected to descend on Durban shores for the festive season, eThekwini Municipality Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda has assured visitors and residents that… Read more »
December 06, 2023
South Africa: Mchunu Reaffirms Commitment to Deliver Quality Water Services
Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu has reaffirmed the department's commitment to continue efforts to ensure that citizens receive quality water services. Read more »
December 04, 2023
South Africa: White Paper On Electric Vehicles Released
Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Ebrahim Patel has released a White Paper that outlines a comprehensive electric vehicle (EV) roadmap for South Africa and the structure of… Read more »
South Africa: Our Plan to Tackle Climate Action Must Leave No One Behind - President
As the country grapples with an energy crisis, President Cyril Ramaphosa has used the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai, known as COP28, to emphasise that the… Read more »
December 03, 2023
South Africa: Developing Countries Must Stand As One - President Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged member countries of the G77+China to "stand together in solidarity, to support each other and to speak with one voice at COP 28". Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Pleased With Milestones At COP28
President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed satisfaction with the level of engagements at the Conference of Parties (COP28). Read more »
December 01, 2023
South Africa: Heatwave Conditions Break Records
Following the heatwave conditions that prevailed for a number of days in most parts of the country, the South African Weather Service (SAWS) says November records were broken in… Read more »
November 30, 2023
South Africa: President Heads to Dubai for UNFCCC's COP28
President Cyril Ramaphosa will this week lead South Africa's delegation to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change's (UNFCCC) 28th Conference of Parties (COP28)… Read more »
November 28, 2023
South Africa: Work Under Way to Clear Hyacinth At Hartebeespoort Dam
The Department of Water and Sanitation is working tirelessly to ensure the efficient rehabilitation of the Hartebeespoort Dam. Read more »
November 27, 2023
South Africa: Collaboration Is Key to Moving SA Towards a Water Secure Future
Collaboration is critical in moving South Africa towards a more water secure future that in all essence, is the pursuit towards the fundamental preservation of life. Read more »
November 16, 2023
South Africa: South Africa Can Expect Heat Waves This Summer
South Africa can expect warmer than normal conditions, with a high chance of the occurrence of heat waves over the interior during the summer season of 2023-2024. Read more »
November 12, 2023
South Africa: Environment Minister Publishes Game Meat Strategy
The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Barbara Creecy, has published the Game Meat Strategy for South Africa (the Strategy) in the Government Gazette No.49620 for… Read more »
South Africa: Biodiversity Agreements to Be Implemented By Private Rhino, Lion Owners in Limpopo
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), together with the Sustainable Finance Coalition, has developed Biodiversity Management Agreements (BMAs) to be… Read more »
November 08, 2023
South Africa: September Floods Declared a National Disaster
The Western Cape Provincial Government has welcomed the decision to declare the floods that took place in September as a national disaster. Read more »
South Africa: Minister Welcomes Deal on Climate Loss and Damage Fund for Developing Countries
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Barbara Creecy has welcomed the agreement by the Transition Committee of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate… Read more »
South Africa: Govt to Tackle Pollution With Organised Labour, Plastic Sector
While government has made progress in tackling plastic pollution, it has committed to address the problem of plastic pollution in consultation with the plastic industry and… Read more »