In recognition of World Toilet Day, Save Our Schools Non Profit Organisation (SOS NPO) announced the launch of a ground-breaking ablution project that aims to address critical water, sanitation, and hygiene barriers in the community of Bloekombos, Kraaifontein. This transformative initiative was made possible through the collaborative efforts of SOS NPO, Esor Construction, … [Read more...]
The Return The Favour recycling campaign is back
Our children hold more wisdom than we can imagine, especially when it comes to protecting the environment. Children across the country have therefore embraced the importance of recycling used plastic packaging. The 'Return The Favour, Recycle Your Plastics' campaign demonstrated this last year, with a group of young recycling ambassadors taking over social media to share … [Read more...]
South African youth-led climate case gains momentum
In a significant development, South Africa’s first youth-led climate change case, the #CancelCoal campaign, has taken a new turn with the inclusion of the Minister of Electricity. The case challenges the government’s decision to procure 1500 MW of new coal-fired power, highlighting the adverse climate impacts of burning coal and its implications for constitutional … [Read more...]
Global collaboration needed to address air pollution
Over 99% of people on Earth breathe polluted air, which causes an estimated 6.7 million premature deaths a year and serious health impacts. In 2019, the United Nations General Assembly designated 7 September as the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies. The Day – whose observance is facilitated by the United Nations Environment Progamme (UNEP) – stresses the … [Read more...]
Empowering women through sustainable fashion
Tweak Fashion NPC, a dynamic non-profit organisation based in South Africa, is on a mission to transform lives and make a meaningful impact on communities. Established as the driving force behind the Tweak Directors' passion for transformation, Tweak Fashion NPC identifies unemployed women in local communities, provides them with essential sewing and manufacturing skills, … [Read more...]
Pakistan children reeling after catastrophic floods
Millions of children in Pakistan remain dependent on humanitarian assistance as recovery and rehabilitation efforts from last year’s catastrophic floods lack sufficient funding, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) warned on Friday. Speaking one year on from the unprecedented disaster, Abdullah Fadil, UNICEF Representative in Pakistan, noted new challenges for about four million … [Read more...]
Retired entrepreneur walks from Cape Town to Cairo
Tomorrow, an extraordinary adventure will commence as Keith Boyd, a 57-year-old retired telecoms entrepreneur, embarks on a daring journey across the length of Africa. He will traverse the continent on foot, starting from the iconic cityscape of Cape Town and culminating in the ancient landscapes of Cairo. His goal? To light a fire of change in the hearts of South Africa's … [Read more...]
Waterford Kamhlaba places sustainability at the core of its vision
Waterford Kamhlaba UWCSA, one of the first multi-racial schools in southern Africa, has placed sustainability at the core of its vision. As it celebrates 60 years of existence this year, the school is accelerating its sustainability efforts; already achieving some key milestones in this journey. Key projects already underway include water purification and harvesting, greywater … [Read more...]
Pondoland trail run raises funds for afflicted children
Wild Child Africa, renowned specialists of fully catered, multi-day adventures, is thrilled to announce the successful completion of The PONDO Trail Run, which took place from May 25th to May 28th. This extraordinary one-day ULTRA and three-day COASTER trail running event unfolded along the awe-inspiring northern section of the Wild Coast, known as Pondoland. The event … [Read more...]
Transforming schools and cultivating sustainable change
In the face of a mounting global waste crisis, an inspiring group of friends from the Western Cape has taken up the challenge to really make a difference, one school at a time. Enter the world of Plant the Seed, a visionary business on a mission to revolutionise the prevailing “throw-away culture” by igniting recycling initiatives and fostering responsible waste management … [Read more...]
Northern Cape learners win renewable energy challenge
St Anna Private School’s “Green Queens,” from the Northern Cape Province, have won the inaugural (2023) Renewable Energy Challenge (REC) national final hosted at the Enlit Africa conference last week. The REC was open to Grade 9 - 11 learners at climate club host schools in the Eastern, Northern and Western Cape as part of the Active Climate Change Citizenship for a Just … [Read more...]
Children still facing dire conditions 100 days after Türkiye-Syria quakes
More than six million boys and girls in Türkiye and Syria are still struggling to cope 100 days after the deadly earthquakes that hit both countries, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) reported on Wednesday. In total, 2.5 million children in Türkiye, and another 3.7 million in neighbouring Syria, need continued humanitarian assistance, the UN agency said, appealing for greater … [Read more...]
Divestment leaders light the way for SA
As new evidence emerges internationally to show the efficacy of fossil fuel divestment for accelerating the global struggle to limit climate breakdown, Fossil Free SA has released its first report surveying SA institutions attempting to divest. Following a long-standing campaign by students and Fossil Free South Africa, the University of Cape Town (UCT) made a formal … [Read more...]
