This Women’s Month, it’s time to shine a spotlight on the women educating people about ocean health to ensure the survival of marine life and the planet. Dr Judy Mann, Founder of MPA Day, and the Executive of Strategic Projects at The Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation Q: What work do you do in MPAs/for MPAs? I do research, with a focus on the social effectiveness of MPAs. … [Read more...]
Oil spill model to give SA a glimpse of the future
At any given time, an average of 90% of the oceans around South Africa (our Exclusive Economic Zone – EEZ) are under lease for oil and gas exploration or extraction. Applications for exploratory and extractive drilling rights by oil and gas giants are being approved yet at the same time are being objected to by many stakeholders, including NGOs, coastal communities, and … [Read more...]
