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Celebrating World Environment Day

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… linked to food and water security, poverty, urbanisation, climate change and biodiversity, and are therefore among the most …

Research into Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation receives $92m

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… into the International Joint Initiative for Research in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation.  The Canada Research … and trans-sectoral research on key risks of climate change, announced in Ottawa, Canada, on Monday, 3 … Research into Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation receives $92m …

CoGTA, Defence sign agreement to collaborate on disaster management

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… on a path of sustainable development and prosperity.” Climate change The Minister emphasised the catastrophic impact of climate change, referring to it as a nightmare in South …

Programme to bridge gap between research, public policymaking

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… “These areas include energy, social sciences, agriculture, climate change adaptation and mitigation, health, and other relevant …

NCOP approves Climate Change Bill

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… Barbara Creecy, has welcomed the approval of the Climate Change Bill by the National Council of Provinces (NCOP). “Climate change is here, and we have relatively little time to … NCOP approves Climate Change Bill …

SA on track to eliminate malaria disease by 2028 

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… challenges such as heightened heatwaves exacerbated by climate change, with the potential to directly impact transmission …

El Niño effect on Southern Africa to be addressed by government agencies, partners 

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… Mozambique, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.  “El Niño and climate change are fuelling this disaster, inflicting severe damage …

Diversifying water resource mix essential for supply security, says Mahlobo

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… water use, degradation of wetlands, and the impact of climate change. He also highlighted the financial challenges faced by … dry by 2030, but there will be challenges if there is no change in the way of doing things. – SAnews.gov.za …

DWS commends water entity for outstanding service delivery

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… and resources to address the challenges of water scarcity, climate change, and social inequality. – SAnews.gov.za …

Call for inclusivity in efforts to grow biodiversity economy

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… carbon sequestration, which is important in the context of climate change. To ensure a more holistic approach to access and … is experiencing the increasingly destructive effects of climate change. African countries are among the most …

SA marks World Water Day

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… of the country’s households had access to water by 2021.  “Climate change and drought add a further layer of complication when …

Emphasis placed on investing in climate-resilient infrastructure projects

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… financially support the amount of investment required for climate-resilient infrastructure. “We therefore need to … such as green bonds and carbon credit to fund these climate-resilient infrastructure projects,” Masondo said on … infrastructure development in the context of climate change”. “In South Africa, we feel the negative impact of …

Mineral Resources and Energy committee chair welcomes passing of ERA Bill 

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… but also because it addresses global commitments around climate change issues with regards to the country’s transition within …

Over 14 000 youths employed in KZN greening project

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… Affairs, guided by the agenda adopted by the Council on Climate Change, is rolling out initiatives aimed at protecting the … are the first to bear the brutal brunt of such impacts and climate change. The destruction of socio-economic …

Cabinet confident SA will deliver successful G20 Summit

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… key continental priorities including peace and security, climate change, economic development and Africa’s role in the wider …

President hails traditional leaders for flood relief efforts

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… President told the traditional and Khoi-San leaders that climate change is a growing concern in South Africa. He said the … is yet another example of positive and meaningful change being brought to rural areas. Just last month he …

Government raises US$3.3 billion to support climate change initiatives

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… Banks and International Finance Institutions to support climate change, energy, and just transition objectives.  Delivering … designing incentives, and influencing policy to mainstream climate change.  “As climate-related disasters intensify, a … Government raises US$3.3 billion to support climate change initiatives …

SA, Denmark continue to strengthen relations

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… including Head of Department for Green Diplomacy and Climate, Head of Global Cooperation at the Danish Energy … cooperation in political affairs, economic development, climate change, and renewable energy. Welcoming Krone during a …

Climate Commission welcomes Climate Response Fund annoucement

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… The Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) has welcomed the announcement of the establishment of the Climate Response Fund, as announced by President Cyril … is aimed at addressing the devastating effects of climate change on the environment, infrastructure and lives. PCC …

SA strengthens its response to climate change

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… South Africa is enhancing its efforts to address climate change by introducing the Climate Change Response Fund aimed at fostering collaboration … SA strengthens its response to climate change …