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Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts: Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
South African Government
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July 1, 2025
Honourable House Chair Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George; Deputy Minister Narend Singh; Honourable Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Nqabisa Gantsho, and Committee...
Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment on Draft Regulations to manage offshore Ship-to-Ship Transfers, strengthening protection of the African Penguin
South African Government
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July 1, 2025
The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has signed a Government Notice to publish the second draft of regulations for the Environmental Management of Offshore Ship-to-Ship Transfers for public comment. This follows...
Global Women Climate Leaders and Parliamentarians Demand Bold Action and Solutions On The Path to COP30
EIN Presswire
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July 1, 2025
At a worldwide convening, women climate leaders call for immediate action to advance climate justice for a thriving future CA, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Last week, as heat waves accelerated in countries around the world,...
Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment on cancer-fighting compound discovered in South African waters
South African Government
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July 1, 2025
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) is proud to spotlight an extraordinary scientific breakthrough, that has been in the making for several years, from South Africa's deep-sea waters – one with the potential to save...
ZetaDisplay and ENRA Technologies Partner to Drive Digital Signage Innovation in South Africa
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 1, 2025
Leading European digital signage provider ZetaDisplay has announced an exciting new partnership with ENRA Technologies, a rapidly growing South African IT and AV solutions company, to accelerate the adoption of digital signage across South Africa...
From Gaza to Africa: Equalall widens its Urgent Global Fundraising Drive to Support Crisis-Affected Communities in Africa
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 1, 2025
SAN DIEGO, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Equalall, a rapidly growing non-profit organization established in 2024, today announced a major global call for donations to provide critical support to individuals and families suffering from ongoing...
Altezza Travel and Scientists Discover Africa’s Highest-Living Frog on Mount Kilimanjaro
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 30, 2025
MOSHI, Tanzania, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Researchers have discovered Africa’s highest-living frog species on Mount Kilimanjaro at an altitude of 4000 meters. The discovery, made by Altezza Travel during a climb in June 2024, led to a...
Study unveils water danger in S-African schools
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A recent investigation by a South African environmental group has revealed that 43% of schools participating in a national water testing project found dangerous bacteria in their water samples. The results were published on Wednesday. The...
Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala addresses Agrément South Africa Industry and Stakeholder Engagement Forum meeting
South African Government
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June 30, 2025
The Deputy Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Sihle Zikalala, has called for focused collective attention on sustainable and innovative solutions for climate resilience as the country faces climate disasters. Speaking at the Agrément...
Skimmelberg Leads Global Rise of Buchu: South Africa’s 'Miracle Herb' Goes Mainstream
EIN Presswire
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June 30, 2025
Organic Pioneer Blends Heritage, Science and Sustainability in Premium Functional Herb Offering CLANWILLIAM, WESTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA, June 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Health-minded consumers are scouring the globe for authentic plant...
Study reveals schools in S. Africa have harmful bacteria
MENAFN
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June 29, 2025
(MENAFN) A recent investigation by a South African environmental group revealed that 43% of schools involved in a water quality testing project detected harmful bacteria in their water samples. These findings were made public on Wednesday. Access...
Trump Slams Musk, Says EV Subsidies Key to Tesla’s Survival
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Trump took to social media to accuse Musk of benefiting disproportionately from government subsidies, stating: “Elon may get more subsidy than any human being in history, by far, and without subsidies, Elon would probably have to close up...
A New Recipe: Why Agriculture Ministers in Europe and Africa Must Choose People, Not Profits
Oxfam
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June 26, 2025
On June 27, African and European agriculture ministers will gather in Rome for the 6th AU-EU Agriculture Ministerial Conference. This comes against a backdrop of a worsening climate crisis, soaring inequalities, and rising hunger. Nearly one in...
Electric Vehicle Market Size, Trends and Forecast 2025–2034: Battery Innovation Driving Growth
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 1, 2025
Ottawa, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global EV (electric vehicle) market size has been calculated at USD 988.70 billion in 2025 and is expected to rise from USD 1,097.46 billion in 2026 to approximately USD 2,529.10 billion by 2034. The...
Africa's Longest Low-Pylon Cable-Stayed Bridge Opens in Tanzania
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 26, 2025
BEIJING, June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The JP Magufuli Bridge in Tanzania's Mwanza Province officially opened to traffic on June 19, 2025. Built by China Railway Construction Corporation Limited (CRCC), the 4.66-kilometer structure stands as...
Raja Ampat Mine Closures Highlight ESG Role & Policy Concerns in Nickel Markets - EBC Financial Group Reports
EIN Presswire
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July 1, 2025
As Indonesia enforces mining shutdowns in the protected Raja Ampat region, EBC Financial Group points to rising uncertainty in nickel markets. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 1, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- While environmental advocates have largely...
Raja Ampat Mine Closures Highlight ESG Role & Policy Concerns in Nickel Markets - EBC Financial Group Reports
EIN Presswire
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July 1, 2025
As Indonesia enforces mining shutdowns in the protected Raja Ampat region, EBC Financial Group points to rising uncertainty in nickel markets. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 1, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- While environmental advocates have largely...
Raja Ampat Mine Closures Highlight ESG Role & Policy Concerns in Nickel Markets - EBC Financial Group Reports
EIN Presswire
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July 1, 2025
As Indonesia enforces mining shutdowns in the protected Raja Ampat region, EBC Financial Group points to rising uncertainty in nickel markets. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 1, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- While environmental advocates have largely...
Minister Dion George: Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
South African Government
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June 27, 2025
Honourable House Chair; Ministers present; Deputy Ministers Swarts and Singh; Honourable Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Nqabisa Gantsho, and Committee Members; Members of parliament;...
Deputy Minister Narend Singh: Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
South African Government
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June 27, 2025
Chairperson. Honourable members. Colleagues, We gather today not merely to account for past actions, but to renew a promise- a promise that under this Government of National Unity (GNU), environmental transformation will be urgent, inclusive, and...