Arctic tundra now emits planet-warming pollution, federal report finds
Arctic tundra, which has stored carbon for thousands of years, has now become a source of planet-warming pollution.
Rhino Calf Born to Rescued Orphan, a Celebration of Conservation Efforts in SA
The Rhino Orphanage is celebrating the birth of a calf; the reason it is so special, is because mom Faith was rescued as an orphan and is today, free again.
WATCH: Richards Bay snake catcher wrestles with 1.8m forest cobra
The 1.8m female cobra had taken refuge in the dustbin area of the complex
Crocodile Steals Ice Box From Elderly People On Picnic In South Africa
The crocodile is seen emerging from the water, grabbing the ice box without inflicting any damage on anyone, and returning to the pool with it.
Farms in cities: new study offers planners and growers food for thought
On small plots and in big projects, using sophisticated technology or simple solutions, city dwellers around the world are producing food.
South African scientists use bugs in war against water hyacinth weed
The Hartbeespoort dam in South Africa used to be brimming with people enjoying scenic landscapes and recreational water sports. Now, the visitors are greeted to the sight of boats stuck in a sea of invasive green water hyacinth weed.
Fears of massive disaster if Vaal Dam bursts its banks
There are concerns that the Vaal Dam could burst its banks, leading to a massive disaster for communities living close to the dam and river bank.
Pick n Pay scraps use of plastic barrier bags at till points
Pick n Pay will do away with plastic barrier bags that separate products like fresh produce and cleaning items at till points.
India to get more than 100 cheetahs from South Africa
South Africa said Thursday that it had reached a deal to transfer more than 100 cheetahs to India as part of an ambitious project to reintroduce the spotted cats in the south Asian country.
Shell Ruling in South Africa a ‘Victory Against Capitalist Extraction and Destruction of Our Future’
Climate campaigners across South Africa and beyond celebrated a Thursday court ruling against Shell seismic blasting in search of fossil fuels along the country’s Wild Coast
How cheetahs will be brought from Africa to India
Next week, a group of cheetahs are finally expected to make a long journey from Africa to their new home in a sprawling national park in India.
Flooding havoc in Cape Town leaves residents stranded
The heavy downpours in Cape Town flooded houses and streets, sending emergency workers and volunteers scrambling to help.
Unusual strandings of bronze whaler sharks in Eastern Cape leave scientists puzzled
Shark researchers and scientists are trying to understand why there have been mass strandings of bronze whaler sharks along the Eastern Cape coastline.
Bumblebee population increases 116 times over in ‘remarkable’ Scotland rewilding project
‘The sound of traffic and a uniform sea of barley have been replaced by the most beautiful meadows, full of wildflowers, young saplings and the buzz of bees’
Barbados Completes World’s First ‘Debt-for-Climate’ Swap
Barbados has secured the world’s first “debt-for-climate” swap to finance crucial water and sewage projects that will help the island cope with the destructive impacts of climate change.
Killer whales have found new homes in the Arctic Ocean, potentially reshaping marine ecology
The vast ice sheets that historically kept killer whales out of the Arctic Ocean are melting as the region rapidly warms.
Pollution in Delhi hits record high, cloaking city in smog
India’s capital, Delhi, imposes emergency measures including closing schools and offices and barring heavy vehicles.
Denmark will plant 1 billion trees and convert 10 per cent of farmland into forest
Danish lawmakers on Monday agreed on a deal to plant one billion trees and convert 10 per cent of farmland into forest and natural habitats over the next two decades in an effort to reduce fertilizer usage.