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University of Pretoria study challenges ‘70% wildlife decline’ narrative
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…
Cape honey bees the guardians of South Africa’s food security
Honey bees are invaluable to the environment and the economy, and their protection is essential
Wildlife populations plummet 73% in past 50 years
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Meet the real rhino whisperers protecting black rhinos in KwaZulu-Natal
The WWF’s Black Rhino Range Expansion Project has established 17 new populations
South Africans agree with global consensus that single-use plastics should be banned
Nearly nine in 10 local survey participants believe global rules require a ban on unnecessary single-use plastic products most likely to become pollution
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife resorts to dehorning rhinos to limit poaching
Most of the 325 rhinos that died in KwaZulu-Natal were a result of poaching the animals for their horns
How environmental conservation is being inspired among Matatiele youth
Environmental and Rural Solutions (ERS) has been making a profound impact for the past 21 years
Consumers are choosing to buy sustainably sourced fish
Retailers and suppliers are heeding the call for sustainable seafood products
Guided by a greater purpose
As consumers are increasingly drawn to brands that are not just focused on profit, Vodacom ramps up its commitment to young people, planet and possibility
South Africa ranks 20th globally for the most endangered species
With 16 000 species worldwide already facing extinction, the number of species that are endangered is increasing
Living Planet Index: Wildlife populations have declined by 69% since 1970
The index warns that if the world breaches the 1.5°C global warming threshold, the climate crises will be the prevalent reason for biodiversity loss
Rhino poaching and illegal horn trade declining in Africa and Asia
Despite the decline in rhino poaching, there are critical threats to the survival of these iconic animals
Africa needs to beat plastic pollution, says WWF
The focus on waste, which is the end of the plastic life cycle, means that the root causes of plastic pollution are not addressed
Reforestation boosts planet’s green lungs
A new study shows the past 20 years of forest regeneration and reforestation efforts globally have contributed to the restoration of carbon sinks
Project to heal the land a success
A partnership with chiefs, NGOs and businesses is helping Matatiele’s small-scale farmers adopt conservation practices and so turn a profit