Deep within the heart of Gauteng, the Hennops River, once discoloured by neglect and pollution, is now being reborn—thanks to an extraordinary community-driven movement. Inspired by relentless volunteers and civic…
The Hennops River, a vital watercourse flowing through Gauteng, has become a symbol of environmental neglect and public health risk. Once a serene waterway, it now carries a heavy burden…
Rand Water has announced a significant maintenance schedule from May 29 to July 21, 2025, aimed at enhancing the capacity, reliability, and efficiency of its water supply infrastructure. This planned…
In the heart of Alexandra, Johannesburg, a transformative initiative is underway to rehabilitate the polluted Jukskei River. This collaborative effort brings together local activists, artists, scientists, and community members, aiming…
South Africa's Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) is struggling to implement key parts of the newly enacted Climate Change Act due to significant financial constraints. Although the…
A haunting discovery on Britain’s beaches is shedding new light on the long-term environmental impact of fast fashion. Photographer Mandy Barker, known for her powerful imagery spotlighting ocean pollution, recently…
Cape Town’s iconic beaches and waterways—beloved for their beauty, tourism, and biodiversity—are in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. While the waves sparkle and Table Mountain stands tall in…
On 20 March 2025, the Citizen Science Association of Southern Africa (CSA-SA), in partnership with the Water Research Commission (WRC), the IIE MSA, and Ecolink Environmental Education and Training Centre,…
The Threat to Marine Life, The Ocean & Humanity The ocean is our planet’s life support system. It holds 97% of Earth’s water, helps regulate global temperatures, absorbs carbon dioxide,…
South Africa is facing a serious water crisis, and the government is stepping in with new measures to improve the situation. During the Water Indaba 2025 conference in Midrand, key…