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SA to advance climate finance at COP30

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… During this week’s climate conference, government will push forward the implementation of securing the US$1.3 trillion in climate finance pledged to developing countries last year.  … and communities living with the daily reality of climate change cannot wait any longer,” the Minister said on Monday. …

Civil Society unites for a just, inclusive and sustainable future

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… also reaffirm the power of civil society as a catalyst for change in an increasingly divided and unequal world,” the … society in addressing interconnected crises: inequality, climate change, health, technology and gender justice. Publicly …

Global finance reform key for sustainable development

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… and affordable capital for sustainable development and climate action. According to the Global Stocktake, the … and fiscal space measures. The roadmap aims at scaling up climate finance to developing country to support low … at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) COP30 Leader's Summit, taking place in Belém, …

SA develops innovation roadmap to transform agriculture sector

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… input costs, market competition, unreliable energy supply, climate change impacts such as droughts and shifting weather … 9 (industry, innovation, and infrastructure), and 13 (climate action). The Decadal Plan emphasises key intervention …

Railway sector can do more to contribute to economic growth

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… is also contending with sustainability issues that include climate change, the cost of doing business, and safety risks, among …

DWS, Rand Water team up to promote water conservation

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… countries are getting, and it is becoming worse due to climate change. It calls of us to rethink how we use water,” he said. …

SA’s G20 Presidency an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the global discourse

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… decisions on global economic policy, trade, public health, climate change, digital development and many other aspects of our … We have seen through pandemics, economic downturns, and climate shocks that what happens in one part of the world …

SA–Swiss relations set to grow stronger following historic State Visit

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… particularly around the themes of inclusive growth, climate action, and reforming global financial institutions. … management, support for multilateral development banks, climate change and the reform of global governance institutions,” he …

Improving the reliability of commuter rail

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… the way operations are being powered. “In a time of global climate change, PRASA is proving that public infrastructure can lead …

G20 called to support creative industries

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… role in how societies understand, respond to, and adapt to climate change. “Culture is also critical in addressing the challenges of climate change. Through platforms like the Group of Friends …

Gathering to focus on advancing research in Africa

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… These Chairs address critical challenges such as climate change, public health, and food security. The seven countries …

President Ramaphosa calls for enhanced ASEAN-AU cooperation

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… or emerging nations. “The world is undergoing profound change and uncertainty. We face crises of climate change, inequality and geopolitical … defend multilateralism and address critical issues such as climate change, development and resolution of conflict. We …

Climate Change Conference 2025 to take place in Namibia

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… The Secretariat of the Climate Change and Futures in Africa Conference Series 2025 has … pathways for addressing the complex challenges posed by climate change and disaster risks,” the secretariat said in a … Climate Change Conference 2025 to take place in Namibia …

South Africa G20 Presidency: Advancing the Global South

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… As the world grapples with the urgent challenges of climate change, economic instability, and widening inequality, South … they are denied the chance to unlock their full potential. Climate change deepens these injustices, stripping people of …

Investing in research key to combating inequality

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… unemployment.  This, coupled with new challenges such as climate change, continues to hinder Africa’s ability to attain higher …

SA to introduce framework to govern carbon markets

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… to reduce national emissions and adapt to the impacts of climate change. “The future of carbon markets will be defined not by … innovation and partnership, Africa can lead a new era of climate-smart growth,” George said.  The Draft South African …

SA calls for climate finance without new debt

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… (COP30) under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, government has reaffirmed its call for increased climate finance to support developing economies - emphasising … SA calls for climate finance without new debt …

SA’s nuclear industrialisation plan aims to drive economic and energy capacity

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… to expanding nuclear energy at the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference, commonly known as COP28, South Africa sees …

Using research for a better South Africa 

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… on research in the agricultural space at a time when climate change is having its way with the world. “What would it look … were bearing in mind that firstly we are in the midst of climate change and climate vagaries. This means that with the …

Partnerships are key to growing exports 

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… creates volatility, competition remains intense, and climate change creates new barriers. Underway from 14-16 October …