June 20, 2022
South Africa: 'Human Factors', Not Just the Climate Crisis, Aggravated Floods - Top Researcher
Professor Emeritus of Hydrology at the University of KwaZulu-Natal's Centre for Water Resources Research argues that not just heavy rain and climate change were responsible for the… Read more »
June 17, 2022
South Africa: A Taste of Fynbos - Exploring South Africa's Indigenous Culinary Herbs
Aromatic and evocative of the veld, a new palette of fynbos seasonings and herbs challenges and delights palates at a masterclass tasting experience with Giselle Courtney of South… Read more »
June 15, 2022
South Africa: Durban's Sewage-Fouled Beaches Closed Indefinitely for Swimming
With sewage pollution still above safe swimming levels at several places along the Durban coastline, there is still no certainty on when the city's main beaches will reopen. Read more »
June 13, 2022
South Africa: Three Rhino Poaching Suspects Arrested As New Board Steps in At Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife
Although all three men were caught before they could kill any rhinos, the death toll for the species has already reached 123 in KwaZulu-Natal in the first six months of this year. Read more »
South Africa: First Major Dam Fails As Eastern Cape Metro Battles Near Certain Water Disaster
The preparation of water collection sites in Nelson Mandela Bay's 'red zone' serves as a stark reminder of what residents are increasingly likely to face in the next few months as… Read more »
South Africa: Nelson Mandela Bay's Almighty Water Catastrophe - Stop Bickering and Fix Things, Bishop Urges
As the coalition metro is plagued by political infighting, a Methodist bishop is calling for residents and leaders to come together to face the water emergency. Read more »
June 09, 2022
South Africa: Eskom 'Greenwash' On Coal-Fired Kusile A Smokescreen for Terrifying Overall Emissions - Experts
The Kusile coal-fired power plant is the only facility in SA that has the technology to reduce sulphur dioxide emissions. But energy experts say this is nothing to be proud of… Read more »
June 08, 2022
South Africa: Ramaphosa's Red Oryx and Other Prized Game Fetch Big Bucks
The criminal case opened by former spy boss Arthur Fraser against President Cyril Ramaphosa has put the spotlight on prices paid for prized game in South Africa, including a rare… Read more »
June 07, 2022
South Africa: Early Warning Systems On Floods Are Not Enough - Climate Crisis Literacy Saves Lives - Experts
The extreme rainfall and floods that hit KwaZulu-Natal in April highlight the importance of the relationship between the government and residents. Read more »
June 06, 2022
South Africa: Business Chamber Offers to Help Fix Water Leaks Spilling 80 Million Litres a Day in Stricken City
With millions of litres of fresh, clean water going to waste through leaking pipes in Nelson Mandela Bay -- something the Minister of Water and Sanitation, Senzo Mchunu, calls 'a… Read more »
May 30, 2022
South Africa: This Fight Isn't Over, Activists Warn As Court Hears Case Against Shell's Quest for Wild Coast Gas
Civil society protests outside the Gqeberha High Court while lawyers fight to have Shell's exploration right reviewed. Read more »
May 29, 2022
South Africa: Qatar Sends Aid to KZN, Where Death Toll From Flooding Rises to 459
A cargo plane full of tents, clothing, blankets and ventilators has been sent to support government-led interventions in KwaZulu-Natal after the latest flooding, which has claimed… Read more »
May 25, 2022
South Africa: Warning of Economic Tipping Point As Parts of Nelson Mandela Bay Left Dry By Water System Failure
Large parts of Nelson Mandela Bay ran dry on Wednesday and water pressure was much reduced in other parts after the metro was hit by a series of system failures and pipe bursts. On… Read more »
May 22, 2022
South Africa: Eastern Cape Municipalities Pump Raw Sewage Into Waterways
Municipalities are behind the contamination of freshwater sources, admits the provincial Cogta, with the DA accusing the provincial government of failure to hold local entities to… Read more »
May 16, 2022
South Africa: The Intersection of Gender and Climate Justice Struggles in Xolobeni
Shireen Hassim, professor in the department of political studies at Wits University, and Beth Goldblatt, associate professor in the law faculty at the University of Technology… Read more »
South Africa: New Weapon in Fight Against Wildlife Crime Launched in Western Cape
A forensic academy in the Western Cape will make it easier to catch and prosecute poachers and other perpetrators of crimes against wildlife. The Wildlife Forensic Academy, a… Read more »
May 08, 2022
South Africa: American Turtle Threatens SA Biodiversity - but Our Tough-Cookie Snakes Could Rattle an Invasion
The red-eared slider is already finding a comfy home in South Africa, posing a threat to endemic wildlife. Rattlesnakes and the like, on the other hand, are likely to meet more… Read more »
South Africa: SANDF Steps Up to Help Trapped KZN Flood Victims By Rebuilding Bridges and Trucking in Water
The South African National Defence Force is on the ground in KwaZulu-Natal to help in the recovery operations after floodwaters destroyed roads and bridges, leaving many people… Read more »
May 04, 2022
Africa: Day Three - 'It Should Be Everybody's Responsibility to Keep the Planet Clean'
The Skhaftin Bus is a mobile grocery store that aims to provide low-cost food and promote plastic-free shopping. On the third day of its trip through SA, the bus stopped at… Read more »
South Africa: Two Dead Elephants Raise Questions On Relocation From Mpumalanga 'Sanctuary'
They were named Kasper and Kitso and charmed thousands of visitors to the Hazyview Elephant Sanctuary in Mpumalanga. The two animals were sedated before a move to the Western Cape,… Read more »
April 28, 2022
South Africa: Call to Join 'Army of Light' At Abahlali Basemjondolo Interfaith Vigil for KZN Flood Victims
'We need to grieve together, to be in community together and to build hope and solidarity together. We love our country and we are working to improve the lives of those who live… Read more »
April 27, 2022
South Africa: Donations Stream in for Gift of the Givers' KZN Water Collection Drive
The floods in KZN have left many people without water or exposed to sewage leakages because of damage to sanitation infrastructure. These donations will not only ensure access to… Read more »
South Africa: Government Confirms an Alarming Decline in SA Tap Water Safety Checks
'You can't keep running a car if you don't look after it. It will break down and stop. The same is true for power stations or roads. If you don't maintain it, the potholes get… Read more »
April 26, 2022
Southern Africa: We've Discovered Why Some Whales Stop Feeding in Response to the Sound of Sonar
In September 2002, a number of beaked whales were stranded and killed in the Canary Islands during a NATO naval exercise. It was the first time we started to get a real… Read more »
South Africa: Grandstanding and a Pricey Designer Scarf Blight the Joint Parly Sitting On KZN Floods
President Cyril Ramaphosa appealed for unity to rebuild flood-ravaged KwaZulu-Natal, but was let down by his own side. ANC Premier Sihle Zikalala decided to tackle DA water tanker… Read more »