Concern about rabies ahead of the holidays
Recent deaths as a result of rabies are mounting in KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Limpopo and the North West. About 59,000 deaths are recorded annually by the World Health Organization (WHO).About…
UP hosts international congress on natural product research, highlights value of indigenous knowledge systems
The concept of integrating indigenous knowledge systems into the national healthcare framework was discussed extensively at a recently held Congress. About 300 delegates from 22 countries were in attendance at…
Cleaning up Hillbrow
The Gauteng Provincial Government, in partnership with the City of Joburg Metropolitan Municipality and civil organization, Jozi My Jozi, took to the streets of infamous Hillbrow, to literally clean. Vuyo…
“The Wilds” is 100 years old
The City of Johannesburg celebrated the centenary of the Wilds Nature Reserve, this week. Often referred to as “The Wilds” this area has a rich tapestry of natural beauty and…
The Lancet urges divestment from fossil fuels to save lives
(First published by WHO) A recently released report by the World Health Organization (WHO) reveals a stark escalation in climate-related health threats, with 10 of 15 indicators tracking health threats…
“Green Lockdown in Lahore”
Primary schools are closed in Lahore, Pakistan, due to air pollution, from the 04th to 09th November 2024, as a result of alarming air quality levels. This is caused by…
Response to the Mid- term budget speech
Enoch Godongwana, Minister of Finance said in his medium-term budget speech, tax revenue is projected to increase to R2, 3 trillion by 2027/28. Gross borrowing is expected to average around…
Chief Albert Luthuli Muni restricts unsafe water
The Chief Albert Luthuli Municipality has notified residents in Carolina and Silobela, not to drink water without boiling it. Ephraim Thabethe, the Municipality’s Manager, said water would be rationed for…
Waste Picker Integration Programme initiated in George
The George municipality invites all waste pickers who are interested in joining the newly initiated Waste Picker Integration Programme, to register on the official database. The Municipality in partnership with…
Global Fund for chemicals and waste management launched
A new global fund on chemicals and waste management, was launched in Nairobi by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) a few days ago. The selected projects are expected to work…