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Professor Aliza le Roux reveals alarming findings on the rising threat of vehicle collisions to endangered wildlife in mountainous regions, as discussed at the Southern African Mountain Conference.
From Monday, March 10 to Sunday March 16, 2025, South Africans have free access to all of the country’s national botanical and zoological gardens.
The newly launched Kogelberg Biosphere Wildlife Rescue & Training Centre is the firstpermitted facility in the province to rehabilitate and release indigenous birds, mammals andreptiles.
BirdLife South Africa and SANCCOB are taking legal action against the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment to secure effective protection measures for the declining African Penguin population.
The organisations have sought from the court to review and set aside the minister’s decision to put in place island closures at six breeding colonies “which are not biologically meaningful”, citing that the decision was irrational and unlawful.
BirdLife South Africa and SANCCOB are taking legal action against the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment to secure effective protection measures for the declining African Penguin population, as they challenge the government’s inadequate conservation efforts.
A landmark lawsuit challenges South Africa’s fisheries policies, as conservationists warn thatAfrican Penguins could disappear from the wild by 2035 without urgent intervention.
While Cape mountain zebras have made a remarkable comeback from near extinction, plainsand Grévy’s zebras continue to face habitat loss, poaching, and climate change-drivendroughts.
Dr Aaniyah Martin shares her journey as part of an elite group of women leaders heading toAntarctica to drive global sustainability and climate action.
Dion George, Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, has declared war onpoaching syndicates, vowing to strengthen legislation and disrupt local and international networks.
Dr Donald Simon’s remarkable journey from an impoverished township to earning a PhD in molecular biology at Stellenbosch University showcases the power of resilience, support, and academic dedication.
Every year on December 11, International Mountain Day serves as a poignant reminder of the urgent need to appreciate and protect our planet’s majestic landscapes.
Practical tips for eco-tourists to navigate encounters with snakes, scorpions, spiders, and tickssafely while fostering biodiversity.
A Durban-based traditional healer calls for reform to bioprospecting laws, urging inclusivity toprotect South Africa’s biodiversity and empower indigenous communities.
A recent webinar hosted by the South African Youth Biodiversity Network dissected SouthAfrica’s efforts under the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
Celebrating innovation in farming, André Brink of Groot Phesantekraal secures the 2024 Farmer of the Year title, showcasing how tradition meets sustainability.
Christian Deschodt, a doctoral student at the University of Pretoria (UP), has uncovered two new species of dung beetles over the past two decades of exploring Southern Africa’s diverse landscape.
Marion Island, one of South Africa's sub-Antarctic gems, is facing a serious environmental threat as the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus appears to have reached the island's shores.
A Supreme Court of Appeal decision halts the release of genetically modified maize, pointing to ignored environmental assessment obligations and safety concerns.
In a pivotal breakthrough for South Africa's agricultural sector, University of Pretoria (UP) researcher Tania Pogue has delved into the behaviour of one of the country's most notorious agricultural pests – the fruit fly.
In a spectacular tribute to innovation and environmental excellence, the winners of the 2024 Earthshot Prize were announced during a dazzling awards ceremony held in Cape Town.
The Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone project threatens to clear swathes of protected forests, raising urgent concerns over environmental and social costs.
With a focus on Africa's most vulnerable ecosystems, the Sustainable Finance Coalition aims to unlock billions in funding for biodiversity and community-based conservation projects.
South Africa’s conservation practices are recognised globally, but the Nature Conservation Index highlights urgent areas for improvement, especially in marine protection and policy enforcement.
The latest IUCN Red List assessment has painted a stark picture for global tree conservation, revealing that 38% of tree species are threatened with extinction. Experts call for urgent action to address deforestation, climate change, and other critical threats.