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WWF discovery sheds light into the new 742 wildlife and plants discovered in the Congo Basin
A new report conducted by the WWF has revealed that after conducting intensive research for the past decade, it has discovered more than 700 new plant and animal species in the Condo Basin.
38 percent of global tree species face extinction, IUCN report warns
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.
Legal battle to save African penguin intensifies with new court filings
BirdLife South Africa and SANCCOB intensified legal efforts to protect African Penguins from extinction, challenging the Minister's ineffective fishing closures.
New technologies spearhead International Day of Forests 2024
The International Day of Forests, observed annually on March 21, takes on renewed significance in 2024 as global efforts focus on leveraging innovation and technology to address deforestation and promote sustainable forest management.
International Day of Forests: Getting to know South Africa’s forests
As the world celebrates the International Day of Forests on March 21, South Africa's forest landscapes showcase the remarkable diversity and essential role of these unique ecosystems.
Forestry Commission of Ghana announces REDD+ partnership to reduce emissions
The Ghana Forestry Commission has announced a partnership with Wildlife Works, a leading global REDD+ developer which facilitates international carbon finance to indigenous peoples, local communities and global south governments.
Royal Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrates National Day
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrated the 92nd Saudi National Day on September 23, under the slogan “It’s our home”.
WATCH: Rewilding Crown Land 'single biggest thing' royal family could do for the environment
Rewilding refers to the process of reversing damage to nature, through active, large-scale environmental restoration, to the point where the ecosystem can then take care of itself again.