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Durban’s deputy mayor warns residents of the increasing risks of floods and landslides, urging those in vulnerable areas to relocate inland as climate change intensifies weather disasters.
Explore the heart-wrenching journey of Clairwood residents as they fight to restore their once-thriving community, now plagued by industrial encroachment, crime, and crumbling infrastructure.
The City of uMhlathuze is intensifying efforts to combat air pollution in Richards Bay by pursuing criminal charges against offenders, following a report highlighting ongoing air quality challenges.
Residents of uMhlanga are demanding accountability from the eThekwini Municipality as sewage spills threaten local health and the environment, prompting calls for improved infrastructure transparency.
SACAQM and AfricaWeather have teamed up to enhance air quality monitoring with AI and IoTtechnology. The partnership promises real-time insights for businesses, researchers, andpolicymakers.
eThekwini Municipality addresses concerns over a viral video, confirming that the black bags seen in the footage contained silt, not sewage, and clarifying the circumstances surrounding the incident.
eThekwini Municipality is investigating allegations of illegal waste dumping in Mount Moreland Conservancy after a viral video raised concerns about sewage disposal. The municipality cautions against speculation while prioritising the health of residents.
eThekwini Ward 35 Councillor Bradley Singh reacts to a disturbing video of municipal workers allegedly dumping raw sewage in Mount Moreland Conservancy, raising serious concerns about environmental impact and accountability.
eThekwini Municipality urges residents to report sewage dumping incidents following a viral video that raises serious concerns about illegal waste disposal.
They found that these shards - which are now virtually everywhere in the air we breathe, the water we drink and the food we eat - are suspected of links to colon cancer and lung cancer.
As we approach 2025, humanity stands at a crossroads, grappling with the consequences of climate change, war, and emerging pandemics.
Samsung’s ongoing commitment to health and living technology innovation is evident in its expansive product line-up.
You may save on certain items this Black Friday but according to activists, the planet is footing the bill.
Stellenbosch student Lesedi Monnanyane, recognised by the Earthshot Prize, met with Prince William in Cape Town, sharing solutions to climate challenges affecting his hometown in the Northern Cape.
Residents have until November 12 to register as stakeholders in the controversial Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone (MMSEZ) approval process. Environmental groups warn of significant risks to the Vhembe Biosphere Reserve.
The city of 14 million people has been enveloped by smog, a mix of fog and pollutants caused by low-grade diesel fumes, smoke from seasonal agricultural burning and winter cooling.
In an exciting weekly initiative led by Young Urbanists NPC, Bree Street will become a car-free zone every Sunday, inviting residents to reimagine their urban spaces. Supported by the City of Cape Town, this project encourages community connections and active street use.
Bluff residents fed up with persistent sewage problems and slow municipal response, form ‘Team Rescue eThekwini’ to address service delivery issues. With over 100 years of collective expertise, this volunteer group is already making waves in resolving critical infrastructure challenges.
Maitland Crematorium has completed an impressive R18 million upgrade, enhancing its reputation as one of the top facilities in the nation.
With Alexandra Township facing severe flooding risks, a new initiative led by local and international partners is restoring the Jukskei River through nature-based solutions, aiming to protect vulnerable communities and build climate resilience.
Breathe Cities is committed to preventing 39 0000 premature deaths and cutting air pollution by 30% in 2030.
The reintroduction of the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill is set for this week. As the debate unfolds, it remains to be seen how South Africa will balance public health concerns with the economic realities faced by those who rely on the tobacco industry.
Residents in Durban West are battling toxic air and illegal landfill sites as waste disposal companies exploit communities, prompting swift action from city officials.
Optimism of more people buying-in to the campaign to make Pietermaritzburg more appealing.
The dumping sites service up to 200 trucks per day, each carrying various types of waste, such as garden waste, household waste, building rubble and waste, toxic waste, and even medical waste.