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Stop the imminent seismic survey off the Western Cape coast

January 6, 2022 1 Comment

Civil society movement We Are South Africans has begun the process to seek an interdict to stop Australian company Seismic Searcher from its 2D/3D seismic survey, planned to commence off the Western Cape coast on 15 January. A Reconnaissance Permit in terms of Section 74 of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (No. 28 of 2002) was granted by the Petroleum … [Read more...]

Countdown to disaster for the Wild Coast

November 30, 2021 Leave a Comment

As the countdown begins to Shell’s seismic survey off the east coast of South Africa, conservationists are up in arms and are trying to beat the clock in efforts to stop Shell from following through with this operation. Shell announced their plans to commence seismic surveys along the Eastern Cape's Wild Coast, an area renowned for its high marine biodiversity, in just less … [Read more...]

Let’s stop Coke from killing our seabirds

November 6, 2017 3 Comments

Plastic pollution is one of the greatest threats facing our oceans. Up to 12 million tonnes of plastic is entering the oceans every year. This is affecting sea life – one in 3 turtles and 90% of seabirds are now estimated to have ingested plastic. Plastic is even ending up in the seafood on our plates. Coca-Cola are the largest soft drinks company in the world. Globally they … [Read more...]

Why are our sea turtles getting smaller?

July 10, 2017 Leave a Comment

Sea turtles in South Africa are getting smaller – and scientists are trying to find out why, and how this will affect future populations. “What we are finding is that the size at reproduction of individual loggerhead and leatherback turtles is getting smaller over time, and we are gearing our research to find out what could be the cause,” said NMMU’s Head of Zoology, … [Read more...]

Keeping a watchful eye on alien reptile numbers

November 7, 2011 Leave a Comment

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There is a real threat in our country that alien reptiles, introduced by the pet trade, can get out of hand. Reptiles are becoming more and more popular as pets. This explains the increase in the number of alien reptiles establishing non-native populations around the world. Although there are relatively few incidences of this in South Africa, there is concern that the … [Read more...]

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Longi equips 9-MWp solar car canopy system in Malaysia

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