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South Africa faces an escalating wildfire crisis that shows no signs of slowing down, with data showing 1 960 fires have already been recorded in 2024. (Supplied by Working on Fire)
CLIMATE CHANGE WILDFIRES

SA’s wildfire crisis escalates with 1 960 fires this year alone

Runaway fires fuelled by the climate crisis are more frequent and devastating, destroying farmland, property, protected areas and people’s livelihoods

  • Hasina Kathrada
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