# A study using tree ring records has revealed that rising global temperatures are influencing drought conditions across Europe and Asia. Researchers have analysed the Great Eurasian Drought Atlas. The findings published in AGU Advances, show that modern drought conditions in regions like eastern Europe and the Mediterranean are likely driven by climate change rather […]
# Tshwane residents are celebrating the opening of the Mabopane Social Integrated Facility, which brings essential services closer to the community. The Gauteng Department of Social Development established the centre to provide convenient access to services such as SASSA grants, social work interventions, and other social development programmes. The facility aims to streamline service delivery […]
# The Litterboom Project, an established waste reclamation innovation, has launched its Cape Town Innovation Hub at the Rondebosch Golf Club. The facility is dedicated to waste innovation, recycling, and sustainability. CEO Cameron Service says the hub is a game-changer for their work in the Western Cape, which includes expanding the Wastepreneur programme, and empowering […]
# The line-up of artists for this year’s Cape Town International Jazz Festival in April, has been curated under the theme of, Legacy Meets Tomorrow. Acclaimed DJ and producer Black Coffee will share a stage with pianist Nduduzo Makhathini, for a special performance accompanied by a full orchestra and special guest vocalists. Other performers include […]
# Firefighters are still battling the Newlands Ravine fire which broke out in the early hours of yesterday morning. Ground crews are assisted by two helicopters and a spotter plane to contain the spread of the fire towards Devil’s Peak. Conditions are difficult with the fire is burning on steep slopes and rugged terrain with […]
# The City of Tshwane is expected to shut down water supply to Monument Park this coming Thursday. The planned interruption is due to the installation of a non-return valve at Monument tower. Spokesperson Lindela Mashigo confirmed that the shutdown will be from 9 am to 5 pm. He says several areas will be affected:
# The South African National Defence Force’s surgeon general, Lieutenant General Ntshavheni Maphaha, has appealed for funding support. He spoke at the funeral of staff sergeant Ishmael Molahlehi in Thaba Nchu. He was one of 14 soldiers who died in the Democratic Republic of Congo recently. Maphaha urged politicians to decide between a strong military […]
# Scientists have avoided linking January’s record-high global temperatures to human-caused climate change. Despite reporting that temperatures were 1.33 degrees Celcius above the 20th-century average, researchers at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration did not say that greenhouse gas emissions were responsible for the increase. According to New Scientist, the agency faces rising pressure from […]
# SOS Africa Children’s Charity Gordon’s Bay centre is helping young children develop healthy habits by providing nutritious meals daily. The organisation seeks to support children from informal settlements by also offering homework assistance, mentoring, and a variety of extracurricular activities. It has now appointed a professional chef to its staff, to prepare balanced, healthy […]
