SABS Releases SATS 14092: South Africa’s Climate Change Adaptation Framework

SABS Releases SATS 14092: South Africa’s Climate Change Adaptation Framework September 24, 2023 SATS 14092 Introduction: The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) has introduced SATS 14092 (2023), a technical specification that aids local governments and communities in South Africa to prepare for and manage the impacts of climate change. It aligns with the global […]

Africa’s Rhino Population Rebounds: A Glimpse of Hope Amidst Conservation Challenges

Africa’s Rhino Population Rebounds: A Glimpse of Hope Amidst Conservation Challenges September 22, 2023 Africa’s rhino population has increased by 5.2% by the end of 2022, reaching 23,290 animals. White rhinos have achieved their first increase in a decade, with their population growing by 5.6%. Black rhinos have also increased by 4.2%. Despite the overall […]

Africa’s Progress Toward Sustainable Development Goals: UNESCO’s Assessment

Africa’s Progress Toward Sustainable Development Goals: UNESCO’s Assessment September 20, 2023 UNESCO Commends Africa’s Progress Towards Sustainable Development Goals: Commendable progress made by African nations in working towards the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Key Challenges in Education, Energy, and Food Security: Three critical challenges facing Africa: education, energy access, and food security. The Role […]

South Africa’s Biodiversity White Paper Charts a New Course Towards a Sustainable Future

South Africa’s Biodiversity White Paper Charts a New Course Towards a Sustainable Future September 18, 2023 South Africa’s draft White Paper on Biodiversity Conservation represents a significant shift in the country’s conservation paradigm, emphasising a vision of inclusive and sustainable biodiversity protection that benefits present and future generations. The White Paper recognises the challenge of […]

Humpback Whale Population Recovery: A Triumph in Marine Conservation

Humpback Whale Population Recovery: A Triumph in Marine Conservation September 15, 2023 Humpback whales, once on the brink of extinction, have made a remarkable recovery since they were listed as endangered in the 1970s. Thanks to dedicated conservation efforts, including measures to reduce ship strikes and protect critical habitats, the majestic humpback whale population is […]

Global Climate Chaos: Runaway Fires, Hurricanes, and Earthquakes Amplify Climate Crisis

Global Climate Chaos: Runaway Fires, Hurricanes, and Earthquakes Amplify Climate Crisis September 13, 2023 Hottest Year to Date: The year began with the sixth-warmest January on record in the United States, with an average temperature of 35.2 degrees Fahrenheit. Global Climate Chaos: The interconnectedness of extreme weather events worldwide, such as wildfires, hurricanes, floods, and […]

South Africa’s $8.5 Billion Climate Pact Faces Delays, Hopes to Push Forward by COP28

South Africa’s $8.5 Billion Climate Pact Faces Delays, Hopes to Push Forward by COP28 September 11, 202 South Africa’s ambitious climate pact, the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), has faced significant delays due to internal conflicts and concerns about job losses, particularly from those connected to the coal industry. The power supply crisis has contributed […]

Fueling Extinction: How DRC’s Stockpiles Contribute to Wildlife Trafficking

Fueling Extinction: How DRC’s Stockpiles Contribute to Wildlife Trafficking September 04, 2023 The DRC’s stockpiles of fuel, mainly gasoline and diesel, inadvertently assist the illegal wildlife trade by providing poachers and traffickers with readily available resources for transportation to remote wildlife habitats and across borders. Global Criminal Networks Profit: The illegal wildlife trade is linked […]