The conflict in Iran is causing severe environmental damage, from black rain and toxic smoke to threats to water, soil and climate, warn faith leaders and environmental experts
The latest Green Drop report shows how the country’s rivers are being “turned into sewage channels”
Extreme heat is no longer a future problem. A major new report warns it is intensifying inequality, illness and climate vulnerability across Southern Africa and the worst-hit are often those least able to escape it
The latest Green, Blue and No Drop reports show widespread deterioration of water and sanitation infrastructure. Nearly half of wastewater systems are critical, drinking water improvements are marginal and non-revenue water losses remain high in multiple provinces, highlighting urgent need for municipal investment and reform
New research projects the Olifants River in the Kruger National Park could reach daily water temperatures of 42–44°C by the end of the century under a high-emissions scenario, putting fish, macroinvertebrates and freshwater ecosystems at serious risk
A flagship green hydrogen project is positioned to support industrial development in the Vaal — but there’s no sign of it and little awareness among the communities it is meant to serve
A new study co-authored by a University of Pretoria conservation scientist argues that widely cited claims of catastrophic global wildlife decline may overstate biodiversity loss in Africa
Eight giraffes have been safely relocated from Pongola Game Reserve to the Somkhanda Community Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal to improve genetic diversity and support community conservation efforts
A groundbreaking analysis of more than 2 300 seawater samples shows that industrial chemicals dominate ocean pollution signals, even far from land
The Jukskei River catchment project highlights how green infrastructure can cut flood damage, manage invasive species and improve urban health
A new global platform maps urban heat at street level, showing how exposure is rising and falling disproportionately on poorer communities, while giving cities tools to test cooling solutions
From Lagos to Dar es Salaam, major cities are increasingly vulnerable as ocean warming and climate variability combine to intensify sea level rise
Air pollution in the Highveld Priority Area threatens lives and violates environmental rights, as hydrogen sulphide levels recently spiked over Johannesburg
Africa may be the birthplace of the world’s most popular magic mushroom. Scientists have identified Psilocybe ochraceocentrata, a potent psychedelic cousin of Psilocybe cubensis, growing on grasslands and cattle dung in SA and Zimbabwe
Under prepaid metering systems, customers must pay upfront for electricity before they can use it
Four Chinese-flagged fishing vessels were fined R400 000 and released after a coordinated operation by officials and the police
Environmental justice organisations have launched a high court challenge against Eskom’s proposed Nuclear-1 power station, arguing that the 2017 environmental authorisation, upheld by Dion George in 2025, breached South Africa’s environmental laws
People have been reporting strong sulphur odours causing headaches and eye irritation. The city is monitoring air quality while authorities investigate potential Highveld emissions
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife highlights a successful dehorning programme and improved anti-poaching measures but continues to call for discussion on legal rhino horn trade to protect the species and fund conservation
The department of forestry, fisheries and the environment is monitoring reports of a strong sulphur odour in Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni. Elevated hydrogen sulphide levels are believed to be the cause
Sub-Saharan Africa’s reliance on imported oil leaves countries exposed to economic shocks amid the escalating Middle East conflict. Rising crude and LNG prices threaten import bills, inflation and currency stability, particularly in nations with low reserves
A new 30-year study reveals that Marion Island, one of the most remote islands on Earth, is increasingly littered with plastic bottles and caps drifting thousands of kilometres across the Indian Ocean
Freshwater ecosystems are rich but fragile. Of the new fish species discovered, many are critically endangered
The African Centre for Biodiversity is calling for deregistration of the herbicide while manufacturers insist their products meet regulatory limits
A new study has warned of a sharp drop in blue crane chicks in Overberg and Swartland
The psychological toll of rampant foot-and-mouth disease is colliding with debt, regulatory paralysis and the emotional weight of generational loss
Users can project a life-sized Temminck’s ground pangolin, ask questions about its ecology and threats and learn about conservation challenges such as illegal poaching, habitat loss and dangers from electric fencing. The app is free to download and supports pangolin rescue and rehabilitation
President calls for urgent action to move South Africa’s just energy transition from commitment to delivery at the inaugural meeting of the reconstituted Presidential Climate Commission
New report warns electricity reform hinges on execution, not policy
The Highveld, Vaal Triangle and Waterberg–Bojanala areas linked to higher rates of respiratory disease and TB
While acknowledged in the Sona, Johannesburg’s water woes continue to threaten public health and equity, prompting demands for emergency funding, accountability and sustainable infrastructure
Emergency measures include a temporary increase in Rand Water allocation, leak repairs, illegal connection removal and accelerated capital works