Environment

New Frog Species Endemic to the Cederberg is Discovered!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguySeptember 20, 2024September 19, 2024 759 0

A new frog species has been discovered, and it’s extra special to South Africa as the first endemic frog to the Cederberg!   Cederberg, South Africa (20 September 2024) —…

National Recycling Day: 3 Things To Reduce Your Waste Footprint

by Staff Writer@GoodThingsGuySeptember 20, 2024October 9, 2024 674 0

This National Recycling Day, these are the three things you can do to reduce your waste footprint plus a few tips for recycling too!   South Africa (20 September 2024)…

Experts Gather to Address Growing Threat of Illegal Snares in South Africa

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 17, 2024September 17, 2024 489 0

The inaugural Snare Mitigation Symposium brought together experts and stakeholders to address the pressing issue of illegal snaring, which threatens our precious wildlife.   Pretoria, South Africa (17 September 2024)…

Sustainable Springbok Sculpture Celebrates Victory and Unity 

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguySeptember 16, 2024June 11, 2025 1,089 0

In celebration of the Springboks’ claiming the Freedom Cup, artivist Natania Botha and creative Kevash Naidoo teamed up to create the Sustainable Springbok Sculpture—an ode to South Africa’s pride and…

Wild Hearts Program Cultivates Environmental Awareness in Preschoolers

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 16, 2024September 14, 2024 424 0

By working closely with preschool teachers, MASICORP’s Wild Hearts Program has empowered educators to instil a lifelong appreciation for nature in preschoolers.   Cape Town, South Africa (16 September 2024)…

WWF Introduces the “Great Food Puzzle” to Promote Sustainable Food Systems for Our Earth

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 15, 2024September 13, 2024 500 0

The WWF’s new tool, the Great Food Puzzle, offers a groundbreaking approach to addressing the global challenges of food systems.   Cape Town, South Africa (15 September 2024) – I’m…

KZN Learners Inspire New Appreciation for Recycled Materials at Spectacular Trashion Show

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 13, 2024September 13, 2024 884 0

Msunduzi Municipality Bessie Head Library Services celebrated eco-friendly fashion while embracing diversity as special needs learners showcased their creativity.   Pietermaritzburg, South Africa (13 September 2024) – Paper, old boxes,…

A Tiny Miracle: Delicate Surgery Saves Cape Dwarf Chameleon

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguySeptember 13, 2024September 13, 2024 8,383 0

A tiny miracle made hearts beam in the Cape recently after a Cape Dwarf Chameleon with a punctured lung was saved thanks to delicate surgery and the heroes who made…

R3 Million Boost in Rural Farming Empowers South Africans!

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeSeptember 13, 2024September 13, 2024 1,083 0

In a powerful step towards uplifting South Africa’s rural farming communities, Kagiso Trust, through its Tyala Impact Fund, has awarded R3 million to support SPAR’s Rural Hub farmer development programme,…

The #GlassRecyclingChallenge Gets South Africans Recycling for Good

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvSeptember 11, 2024September 11, 2024 1,114 0

The Glass Recycling Company is uniting South Africans through a challenge in recycling glass and it’s as easy as stopping by your local glass bank.   Gauteng, South Africa (11…