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Research chairs on waste management appointed

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… new chairs, the South African Research Chair in Waste and Climate, and in Waste and Society, were launched in Pretoria … through a bio-refinery. The Research Chair in Waste and Climate has been awarded to Prof Cristina Trois from the … capability and capacity. Waste sector in need of change   According to Prof Linda Godfrey, the manager of the …

10th BRICS Summit, a festival of bilaterals

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… the fight again terrorism, intra BRICS trade and fighting climate change.- SAnews.gov.za       …

Non-BRICS countries commit to strengthen relations with bloc

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… this month, Kigame said the new free trade area is set to change in a positive and far reaching ways how Africa does … to increased dialogue and active engagement,” he said. Climate change Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness, who … with low levels of economic growth and also battled with climate change issues. Holness said the Caribbean was …

BRICS countries sign environmental agreement

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… of matters related to air quality, water, biodiversity, climate change, waste management and the implementation of the 2030 …

BRICS leaders reach out to Africa

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… fight again terrorism, intra BRICS trade, agriculture and climate change while committing to working towards a common future …

BRICS leaders to pave a new growth path

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… the world stage, including in the global efforts to tackle climate change and promote sustainable development. The New …

BRICS a global brand

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… of protection for the environment in light of global climate challenges and a force that advances the cause of an … growing protectionism, trade wars and turbulent political change. “The developments in the global economy and …

BRICS media must drive people-to-people conversations

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… as well as learn from each other to better cope with change in the fast-changing media industry. “As the BRICS … hunger, dealing with economic imbalances and addressing climate change. “BRICS media should become the champion of peace and …

CSIR contributes to landmark climate report

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… of topics across the report, including forest hydrology, climate and land-use change, and governance-related aspects, as well as multiple … key messages include a clear policy gap in forests-water-climate relations that must be addressed, as well as the … CSIR contributes to landmark climate report …

Nelson Mandela Bay must increase water restrictions

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… saving initiatives as there is insufficient rain due to climate change. Held in Port Elizabeth, the meeting also included …

W-Cape water restrictions to remain in place

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… however remains, and the way forward in the face of climate change would be establishing alternative water sources as the … available) as the secondary option especially so when the climate change is taken into consideration. He noted that it …

Race against hunger, food security

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… make a meaningful impact against hunger, food security and climate change. “Whilst our pace is commendable in this regard, but … Held under the theme “Reducing the negative impact of climate change on food security and adaptation of agriculture …

SA to host BRICS Friendship Cities

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… It is an opportunity for sharing strategies on climate change, energy and resilience. “South Africa seeks to address urban resilience, cities and climate change adaptation and disaster risk reductions and …

SA moves to reduce climate change vulnerability

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… has a number of initiatives that are aimed at fostering climate change adaptation and reducing the risk and vulnerability of … Environmental Affairs Acting Deputy Director General: Climate Change and Air Quality, Tlou Ramaru, said one of the … SA moves to reduce climate change vulnerability …

Change agricultural colleges, says Minister

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… help to respond to challenges facing the sector, including climate change. The Minister said this when he hosted a BRICS … will be able to even withstand the challenges of climate change and be able to flourish even during the … Change agricultural colleges, says Minister …

National state of disaster expires

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… of dealing with drought as a concern for adaptation to climate change. This entails, among others, improving the …

Public comments sought on climate change bill

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… Affairs Minister Dr Edna Molewa has published the National Climate Change Bill in Government Gazette 41689 (Notice No. 636) for … comment. “The purpose of the Bill is to build an effective climate change response and ensure the long-term, just … Public comments sought on climate change bill …

Durbanites explore SA Agulhas II

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… to further enhance the understanding of present day global climate change. The vast experience in Southern Ocean research has …

Ministers lay BRICS foundation for July summit

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… 2019 Spring Meetings,” reads the communique. 2030 Agenda, Climate change, global issues With regards to the 2030 Agenda for … manner. They reaffirmed their commitment to tackling climate change. They welcomed the entry into force of the …

Revised law to ensure old sex crimes don’t go unpunished

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… health care services. The publication of the National Climate Change Bill of 2018 for public comment was also approved by … the alignment of policies that influence South Africa’s climate change response. It will ensure the country’s …