August 04
South Africa: Taking Over From the Inside - China's Growing Reach Into Local Waters
The superpower of seafood dominates more than just the high seas Read more »
July 23
South Africa: Concerns Raised After China Offers to Fast-Track SA Fishing Harbour Plans
Department of Public Works and Infrastructure spokesperson Thami Mchunu confirmed that the department was aware that three KZN candidate sites were in the iSimangaliso World… Read more »
South Africa: Landmark August 12 Verdict Expected Over Illegal Fishing Inside Marine Protected Areas
The State is for the first time trying to prove that by illegally fishing inside a Marine Protected Area, a large-scale fishing operation is not only liable for fishing illegally… Read more »
June 10
South Africa: Venomous Sea Snakes Suffering From 'Cold Shock' Wash Up On SA Beaches
Rare venomous yellow-bellied sea snakes have been washing up on Eastern Cape and Garden Route beaches, prompting marine experts to caution against touching these deadly creatures… Read more »
February 15
South Africa: Spraying of Controversial Herbicide On Vaal River Water Lettuce Begins - Critics Urge Caution
As the invasive water lettuce continues to multiply along the Vaal River, Rand Water has begun an integrated response to halt the growth, spraying herbicide on the plants and… Read more »
June 07, 2023
South Africa: SA Scientists Concerned As Marine Taxonomists Become an Increasingly Endangered Species
South Africa hosts an abundance of marine species, but there are not enough taxonomists to support the effective management and protection of our rich marine biodiversity. Read more »
May 12, 2023
South Africa: 'Add Those Megawatts' - Ramaphosa Backs Karpowership and Slowing Down Coal Power Plant Decommissioning
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signalled his support for the controversial Karpowership emergency power deal, saying that was 'the way to go right now to add those megawatts'. He… Read more »