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TNPA, WASAA SOC Ltd agreement signed and sealed to operate LPG terminal at Durban's port

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… gas terminal in the Port of Durban will support the city’s Climate Action Plan by reducing carbon emissions, an essential component to climate change. “This project will also help us accelerate our …

eThekwini launches climate change forum to drive urgent action and resilience

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… In a bold step to combat the escalating impacts of climate change, the eThekwini Municipality has officially launched the Municipal Forum for Climate Change at Inkosi Albert Luthuli International … eThekwini launches climate change forum to drive urgent action and resilience …

Call to include climate adaptation in budgets

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… Willie Aucamp, has called on African leaders to mainstream climate change adaptation and resilience across their planning and … is at the frontline of the triple planetary crisis - climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. “We should … Call to include climate adaptation in budgets …

Reports highlights importance of secure ecological infrastructure

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… from unsustainable land-use, illegal harvesting and climate change impacts. “On a positive note, some of our species are …

SA remains resolute in achieving a just transition

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… even as some countries remain slow to implement climate action.  “In this ever-uncertain environment, South … wavered on our commitments and have in fact scaled up our climate action,” President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Friday in … SA welcomes outcomes of COP30 “The passage of the Climate Change Act last year was a crowning achievement for our …

Lamola responds to US criticism, defends SA’s G20 Presidency

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… government. He also condemned South Africa’s focus on climate change, diversity, and inclusion during its presidency of the … Summit last month adopted a declaration addressing the climate crisis and other global challenges right at the start …

DSTI Deputy Minister commends scientists 

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… in advancing global understanding of environmental and climate systems.   She said the country’s scientists are not … in the planning and implementation of strategic global change and broader environmental sustainability initiatives. … itself navigating unprecedented environmental shifts.  “Climate change, biodiversity loss, food insecurity, water …

Nzimande warns against misuse of AI and emerging technologies

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… such as inequality, armed conflict, pandemics, and climate change,” he said. In addition, he believes that the theme …

Preparedness is key to disaster response

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… disasters are becoming more frequent and complex due to climate change, infrastructure vulnerabilities, and rapid …

SADC Parliamentarians express optimism as climate-focused plenary gets underway in Durban

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… potential to advance stronger regional responses to climate change. This year’s programme focuses on “The Impact of Climate Change on Women and Youth, and the Role of SADC … SADC Parliamentarians express optimism as climate-focused plenary gets underway in Durban …

Simelane calls for unified climate action as SADC faces “unprecedented” climate threats

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… action to confront what she described as an escalating climate crisis threatening development, human security, and … of Durban, on Monday. Held under the theme: “The Impact of Climate Change in the SADC Region and the Role of Parliaments in … Simelane calls for unified climate action as SADC faces “unprecedented” climate threats …

Southern Africa’s highest weather station to boost research

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… the automatic weather station will provide real-time climate data critical to understanding a region of … “These continuous measurements are essential for tracking climate change, extreme weather, and catchment health in real time,” …

SADC parliaments urged to drive climate action, protect women and youth

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… participation in response to the worsening impacts of climate change.  “Climate change impacts such as persistent droughts, extreme … SADC parliaments urged to drive climate action, protect women and youth …

Mashatile highlights Finland’s support for SA at bilateral meeting

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… equality and human rights, and the global response to climate change.  “The history of our respective struggles and the …

Minister Chikunga calls for Media and Creative Sectors to ‘flip the script’ in fight against GBVF

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… norms. “Only you, the storytellers of this country can change the cultural climate in which violence becomes thinkable,” she said. The … often shifts public opinion faster than policy. “If we change what we make, we will change what we mirror. And if we …

SA welcomes outcomes of COP30

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… (COP30) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).  COP30 resulted in the adoption of the Belém … to the Nationally Determined Contributions, bolstering climate finance and a mechanism for just transition.  “We …

Mashatile to address NCOP on water challenges, policing and land reform

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… advisory, these issues are tied to ageing infrastructure, climate change, and limited municipal capacity. Concerning the …

Türkiye President praises SA’s support for Palestinians amid Gaza crisis

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… Erdoğan presented his country’s perspectives on combating climate change, pursuing green transformation, achieving sustainable …

Ministers celebrate successful G20 Summit, boosting global standing

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… on critical issues such as debt, capital costs, and climate change financing. The Ministers said the African Development …

Johannesburg Mayor vows the revitalised Joburg is here to stay

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… on issues that have been affecting the continent, from climate change to debt reform, emphasising that African governments …