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Can SA balance development and conservation? Insights from the National Biodiversity Offset Conference
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) convenes a two-day National Biodiversity Offset conference, highlighting the importance of balancing development with conservation efforts in South Africa
South African military veterans demand justice after abrupt termination from anti-poaching operations
After years of service in anti-poaching operations, South African military veterans are left without support as their contracts are terminated, leading to demands for justice.
Unprecedented rabies outbreak threatens Cape fur seal population and marine ecosystem
In an unprecedented development, rabies has become endemic in Cape fur seals - the first documented case in marine mammals worldwide. While Animal Survival International warns of a potential cross-species marine pandemic, the DFFE is implementing surveillance protocols and trial vaccinations to manage the outbreak. Officials urge public awareness and caution when encountering seals along South African coastlines.
Eskom to bypass pollution regulations
The DFFE has granted Eskom limited exemptions from pollution regulations for eight coal-fired power stations.
Eskom granted limited exemptions for coal-fired power stations
The DFFE has granted Eskom limited exemptions from pollution regulations for eight coal-fired power stations, balancing energy security with environmental concerns.
Environmental Minister sets six-month deadline for Eskom to address Medupi emissions
Environment Minister Dion George has granted operating extensions to eight coal-fired power stations while imposing a six-month deadline on Eskom to provide a new cost analysis for Medupi's emissions compliance. The Minister aims to balance South Africa's energy needs with environmental obligations, warning that "the game has changed" for the power utility.
DFFE grants limited exemptions to Eskom’s application to skirt pollution regulations
The DFFE has granted Eskom limited exemptions from pollution regulations for eight coal-fired power stations, balancing energy security with environmental concerns.
DFFE resolves assault incident at Antarctic base, ensuring team safety
Following an alleged assault in Antarctica, the DFFE has implemented a mediation process to restore relationships among the overwintering team of the SA Agulhas II.
African Penguins get a lifeline: Court orders fishing closures
BirdLife South Africa and Sanccob achieve a landmark court ruling to establish no-take zones for commercial fishing, aiming to protect the critically endangered African Penguin from extinction
Historic settlement reached to protect African Penguin breeding colonies
Collaborative conservation efforts have led to a landmark settlement for the protection of African Penguin breeding colonies, establishing critical island closures to safeguard these endangered species.