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Slight increase in national dams

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… “The rest of the globe continues to face the realities of climate change, therefore everyone should apply their efforts and use …

Africa in for more extreme weather events

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… As a result of climate change, Africa is expected to experience an increase in … in Johannesburg on Wednesday, Hermanus said the impacts of climate change are going to intensify, impacting on the …

Bulk infrastructure projects could push back Day Zero

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… of the drought and the interventions put in place. “With climate change we need to do more with less. It is hoped that the …

Minister Sisulu leads SA delegation to World Urban Forum

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… and its impact on communities, cities, economies, climate change and policies. The forum -- which starts from 7 to 13 … as well as managing the negative consequences of climate change on communities, will receive attention at WUF …

Fisheries management key to reducing hunger, poverty

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… the Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries management considering climate and pollution impacts,” the event was part of a … fisheries management, and to study how a changing climate is affecting the oceans. The new research vessel, the … allow a better understanding of the impacts of climate change and other external factors, including pollution on …

Water and Sanitation Master Plan necessary for growth

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… increase in water requirements for socio-economic growth. Climate change means that there are warmer and drier months overall …

Cape drought: Aquifers to deliver more water as Day Zero beckons

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… than desirable rainfall last year due to the effects of climate change. Briefing journalists at the Cape Town Civic Centre on …

Treasury publishes second carbon tax draft bill

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… (NDC) commitments in terms of the 2015 Paris Agreement on Climate Change, and to reduce the country’s greenhouse gas emissions in line with the National Climate Change Response Policy and National Development Plan. …

Youth must lead the science revolution

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… African science and technology to the world.  “We want to change the way they talk about us. Too little is known about … overcome challenges such as poverty, inequality, climate change and disease outbreaks.  The Deputy President said the …

Government improves disaster management strategy

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… remain a reality and are on the rise due to the effects of climate change, the increasing population and pressure on …

SA calls for increased cooperation to deal with migration

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… as environmental degradation, insecurity and instability, climate change and the lack of economic opportunities that compel our … resources; maritime insecurity, as well as the impact of climate change are some of the security challenges that …

Environment, tourism protocols key to SADC development

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… These include the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCC), United Nations Convention on Biological …

Conservation still a crucial aspect of SADC economy

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… economic aspirations,” Minister Xasa said. Given that climate change has been identified as one of the key contributors to …

Africa called to support circular economy

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… vision of transitioning to an environmentally sustainable, climate change resilient, low-carbon economy and just society.   The … to the 23rd United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of Parties (COP23).   The …

SA forges ahead with Paris Agreement

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… Thursday. “Despite geo-political uncertainty in the global climate change space, I would like to emphasise that the Paris … segment of the 23rd United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of Parties (COP23) in …

Minister Molewa in Germany for COP23

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… to the 23rd United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of Parties (COP23). “In determining the climate action during the pre-2020 period, COP23 is crucial …

SA to participate in CoP23

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… to the 23rd United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of Parties (CoP23) which will held in Bonn, Germany. “In determining the climate action during the pre-2020 period, COP23 is crucial …

Petroleum sector codes to promote transformation

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… with minimal carbon emissions, in line with the country’s climate change commitments. “South Africa recognises the role of … security of energy supply and meeting the challenge of climate change. We promote an energy mix of coal, gas, …

Nuclear to power SA into the future

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… security of energy supply and meeting the challenge of climate change. We promote an energy mix of coal, gas, renewables and … source of energy in ensuring security of supply and climate change mitigation.” Currently, nuclear constitutes …

Minister in Fiji for Pre-COP23 meeting

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… of Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change on 17 and 18 October 2017. The Pre-COP 23 Ministerial … the work programme under the Paris Agreement as well as climate action agenda during the pre-2020 period. The …