Today is an important landmark in South Africa’s history; Freedom Day. To acknowledge the great sacrifices South Africans have made since the start of the COVID-19 outbreak, South African Tourism has released a new television advert to inspire hope as the country marks Freedom Day under lockdown. Freedom of movement; the dignity of work; the joys of travel and experiencing … [Read more...]
Recycling videos now available in five official languages
September we focus on recycling education and celebrate Clean-Up & Recycle Week SA. For those still unsure how to do this How-To-Recycle videos were translated into 5 official languages. POLYCO, the Polyolefin Recycling Company (NPC) will be growing the message about the importance of recycling during the month of September, as part of the local packaging industry’s … [Read more...]
Young filmmakers the world over invited to strut their stuff
The Film4Climate Global Video Competition invites filmmakers between the ages of 14-35 years old from all over the world to showcase their talents and create a Public Service Advertisement (PSA) (less than 1 min) or a Short Film (1-5 minutes) about climate action. The videos should show a personal climate change narrative: What does climate change mean to you? What … [Read more...]
Environmental Media Award winners announced
Congratulations to the environmental journalists who won this year's SAB Environmental Media and Media Environmentalist Awards. The Awards, in their 27th year, recognise the excellence of South African journalists who are reporting on and creating awareness of environmental issues. The South African Breweries (SAB), together with a panel of judges from within the media … [Read more...]
Ocean science opportunity for South African students
Ocean 180 challenges scientists to share the meaning and relevance of their research with a broader audience and looks to middle school students to help evaluate their efforts. Ocean scientists are invited to submit 3 minute videos highlighting the importance of their research and summarizing their findings to Ocean 180 this fall. The top 10 entries will be viewed and … [Read more...]
The story of PET
You remember that PET stands for Polyethylene Terephthalane - what most beverage bottles are made of. Watch ‘The Story of PET’. “We hope that this video is informative and sparks debate with all those who see it” says Cheri Scholtz, CEO of PETCO. ‘The Story of PET’ details the journey of a PET bottle from the time it is received at the Recycling Plant, to where the bottles … [Read more...]
Jeremy Irons narrates “Seeds of Freedom” (VIDEO)
British actor and UN Food & Agriculture Goodwill Ambassador Jeremy Irons has narrated a new film about the global impact of Genetically Modified seed. This short film was launched earlier this month. It charts the story of seed from its roots at the heart of traditional, diversity rich farming systems across the world, to being transformed into a powerful commodity, used … [Read more...]
The Age of Stupid
On 16 Sept 2010, CAP, in collaboration with partners Endangered Wildlife Trust and Conservation International South Africa (CI-SA), the South African National Biodiversity Institute, the Conservation Communications Forum and the British Consulate General, hosted a screening of 'The Age of Stupid' at the Kirstenbosch Research Centre. The British Consulate General approached CAP … [Read more...]
