An influential partnership between international conservation organisations and South African NGO, the Overberg Renosterveld Conservation Trust (ORCT) has secured the protection of 500 hectares of globally important and Endangered habitat in the Overberg district of the Western Cape, South Africa – providing a lifeline for species that would otherwise be at risk of vanishing … [Read more...]
Taking nature-based tourism to new heights
A first of its kind nature-based tourism experience has been launched in the Northern Cape. The Via Ferrata (iron trail) is an iron cable installed along the cliffs of the magnificent Oorlogskloof Gorge, which will allow tourists to traverse safely along sheer rock faces as part of a unique nature tourism experience. The Via Derrata is on Papkuilsfontein Guest Farm on the … [Read more...]
Environmental Impact Assessment guide launched
All Rise are excited to share that, together with the South African affiliate of IAIA, IAIAsa, they have launched a bilingual Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Guide in English and isiZulu. An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a study that predicts and assesses the impacts that a development is likely to have on the environment and on people, their health and … [Read more...]
EU aims to restore 20% of land and sea by 2030
Negotiators from the Parliament and Council have reached a provisional political agreement on the EU nature restoration law. The new law, agreed with member states, sets a target for the EU to restore at least 20% of the EU’s land and sea areas by 2030 and all ecosystems in need of restoration by 2050. Nature restoration targets Co-legislators agreed on an EU target to … [Read more...]
Wildlife ACT recognised for nature-positive tourism
Responsible Tourism Partnership has announced that South African conservation organisation, Wildlife ACT, has been awarded first place for ‘Best for Nature-Positive Tourism’ at the prestigious WTM World Responsible Tourism Awards for 2023. Having won Gold at the WTM Africa World Responsible Tourism earlier this year, Wildlife ACT was then entered into the pool of regional … [Read more...]
Snare Free initiative proves its worth
On 1 August, leading conservation, animal welfare and volunteer organisations in the Western Cape joined forces to launch Snare Free – a multi-component initiative aimed at providing a coordinated response to snared wildlife incidents in the province. The need for and benefit of Snare Free was clearly demonstrated on Sunday 3 September, when the Snare Free hotline received a … [Read more...]
Inspiring entrepreneurs pay it forward
A partnership agreement between the Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority (EWSETA) and The Innovation Hub to capacitate SMMEs with essential business training, will benefit two enterprising female engineers in the renewable energy (RE) space. Hleziphi Siyothula-Mtshizana, the founder and chief executive officer of In Pursuit Renewable Energy, a services … [Read more...]
Water crisis threatens food security and sustainability
Water, the world's most precious yet undervalued resource, lies at the heart of a mounting global crisis that threatens not only food security, but also human and planetary health, warns a new report by WWF. Released on World Food Day, The High Cost of Cheap Water uncovers a stark reality: the annual economic value of water and freshwater ecosystems is estimated to be US$58 … [Read more...]
Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife needs support
With 355 animals currently in their sanctuary, and with an impressive 164 998 animals rescued over 43 years, the Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) calls on South Africans to join in commemorating World Animal Day on 4 October, and appeals for financial support for the astonishing work they do. “The theme for World Animal Day 2023 is 'Great or Small, Love Them … [Read more...]
SA organisation in the running for 2023 Earthshot Prize
At an event in New York City on 19 September, Prince William and The Earthshot Prize announced ABALOBI as one of the 15 Finalists for the 2023 Earthshot Prize, a prestigious global environmental award that celebrates and champions innovators focused on solving our most pressing global climate challenges. Founded by Prince William in 2020, The Earthshot Prize aims to discover … [Read more...]
Australian visitors get the full Dingo experience
When a group of 21 Australians arrive for an authentic African bush experience, who better to show them the ropes than South Africa’s own ‘Steve Irwin’? Award-winning conservation crusader and YouTube sensation Dingo Dinkelman hosted a group of avid environmentalists from Down Under for a 12-day African adventure in September that included rhino dehorning and collaring, … [Read more...]
Civil society urges phase-out of dangerous pesticides
373 civil society and Indigenous Peoples organizations from 74 countries urged leaders at a historic global conference to act with urgency to phase out Highly Hazardous Pesticides (HHPs). This particular group of pesticides cause the most severe harm to human health and the environment and are considered too dangerous for use. The petition letter to governments and other … [Read more...]
Clean-up and Recycle SA Week a resounding success
Clean-Up and Recycle SA Week was once again a huge success. The annual event, which took place from the 11 - 16 September, brought together communities, organisations, and individuals from across the nation to tackle plastic pollution and promote responsible recycling. Spring cleaning our environment "This year's event has been an incredible success and it was once again … [Read more...]
