Japan’s release of Fukushima wastewater
Japan first announced its intention to release wastewater from the Fukushima to the sea, back in April 2021. The wastewater being discharged, was used to cool the nuclear plant’s fuel…
Will planting trees help fight climate change?
Yes, trees are a big help, according to many organizations, including Food and trees for Africa, we need more trees to fight climate change. There are many studies showing through…
Black flamingo spotted at Marievale Nature Reserve
Rhulani Maluleke, Biodiversity Officer, at the Department of Agriculture, Rural development and Environment, has confirmed there is a black flamingo at the Marievale nature Reserve in Nigel. “The flamingo has…
ANCA to fund protection of biodiversity
A collaborative effort to conserve and restore the African continent’s biodiversity, was formed by the Southern Africa (DBSA) and other partners. Other member partners of the initiative are esteemed institutions…
Heartwarming tour of the Khayelitsha Wetland
Youngsters in Khayelitsha are turning heads globally with their invasive alien plant removal initiative. Siyanda and Akhona Sopangisa remove the problematic water invader, hyacinth, in a nearby Wetland. They transform…
Pretty dangerous
It is Spring and the Pompom weed is still hiding underground, but come January, it is out in full bloom from sideroads right into the veld. Why the concern over…
In demand: Organic and Enviro-friendly products
Recently conducted surveys confirm organic and environmentally friendly products and goods are in demand. “About 8 out of 10 South African consumers want brands to drive change for sustainability.” InSites…
Savanna could change to forest
The Savanna biome could change to undesirable exotic forests in the coming years. This is all thanks to a changing climate, coupled with an increasing population, leading to a decline…
First spotless giraffe in Africa
The first ever spotless giraffe calf in the wild was discovered in Namibia this week.The Giraffe Conservation Foundation said in a statement, that she was spotted at the Mount Etjo…
#WorldCleanUpDay
World Clean Up Day places a spotlight on the cleanliness of our surrounds. First up was a focus on air quality on Monday. The main air quality pollutants seem to…