This Sunday is World Rivers Day. For the MAP Forum, it is a moment to take stock of the three rivers that gave us our name, and to ask what it will take to bring them back to health. World…
An investigation into Nelson Mandela Bay, Buffalo City and Kouga has found sewage contamination at beaches and rivers that affects people’s constitutional rights. One river site recorded more than 600,000 E. coli per 100 millilitres. For coastal cities, sewage pollution…
A broken sewer pipe in Pretoria East has been pouring raw sewage into the Moreleta River for months. A repair in March failed within weeks. For the MAP Forum, this is the river where it all began. The Moreleta River…
New testing shows that two thirds of the Gauteng water sources sampled are unsafe, with sewage, waste and algae choking the Jukskei, Klip, Hennops and the Vaal. Government is turning to criminal charges and a polluter-pays levy, but the rivers…
Hartbeespoort Dam, one of South Africa’s key water bodies, has been struggling with an invasion of the aquatic plant Salvinia minima. This fast-spreading species clogs water systems, disrupts local ecosystems, and affects recreational activities. Scientists are now deploying a surprising…
A recent crocodile attack at the Emanzini Fishing Resort has left a young boy with life-altering injuries. This tragic event serves as a reminder of the importance of safety when visiting wildlife habitats. How to Stay Safe Near Crocodile Habitats…
African penguins, once abundant along South Africa’s coastline, are now facing the threat of extinction. Overfishing has significantly reduced their food supply, making survival increasingly difficult. In a landmark decision, a South African court has banned commercial fishing near six…
For years, rhino poaching has been a devastating issue in South Africa, but there is finally some good news. Poaching numbers have dropped by 16% over the past year, thanks to increased anti-poaching efforts and innovative conservation strategies. Why Is…