# The Tshwane Tourism Association unveiled a new artificial intelligence-powered WhatsApp chatbot to enhance guest engagement and streamline communication in the hospitality sector. Chairperson Susan Marais describes the tool as a friendly, 24/7 platform to boost guest experiences. Looking to next year, plans include expanding township tourism, launching a heritage circuit, enhancing transport links, and […]
# CapeNature has added 13-thousand-117 hectares to protected areas in the Western Cape, boosting conservation efforts. Despite this progress, 30-percent of the province’s ecosystems remain under threat due to development, agriculture, and climate change. The latest expansion forms part of broader efforts to safeguard biodiversity hotspots and critical habitats. Currently, the Western Cape has 828-thousand-442 […]
# Women entrepreneurs in Africa have been hailed for leading the way in climate adaptation. This is despite the fact that they face far greater barriers than men do in most parts of the continent. New research from Kenya and Senegal has shown that women-led businesses have adopted more sustainable strategies such as diversifying income […]
# Cities are reportedly producing up to 72-percent of global greenhouse gas emissions and face growing climate risks like floods and fires. This was highlighted during a recent study by researchers from the University of Melbourne. The scientists identified 16 priority actions to reduce emissions across the life cycle of urban development. Key actions include […]
# The City of Cape Town’s Disaster Risk Management says no major flooding incidents have been reported overnight. Spokesperson Sonica Lategan says organisations, including the Mustadafin Foundation and Islamic Relief, have assisted in Vygieskraal and Belgravia, where collectively, more than 600 people were impacted:
# University of the Witwatersrand has mapped out the best locations for global reforestation. The research identifies areas where reforestation efforts can benefit both people and ecosystems. It aims to provide critical data to guide reforestation projects and avoid unintended environmental harm. Speaking to eNCA, programme lead, professor Sally Archibald, warned that planting trees in […]
# The Agricultural Research Council is calling on government to urgently address infrastructure challenges facing smallholder farmers in the Eastern Cape. The council says poor roads, lack of storage facilities, and limited market access continue to prevent farmers from turning their operations into profitable businesses. The council’s Mthuthuzeli Magadlela told the SABC that many crop […]
# The 2025 Santam Insurance Barometer Report has revealed how the tough economic environment remains a concern for consumers and businesses. The study found that 84-percent of respondents have had to make financial adjustments to cope with the rising cost of living. Santam’s Atang Matebesi says, despite this, only a small number of people are […]
# Over 1.1-million-rand was raised and 14 charities supported from the proceeds of the 2025 Oceans 8 Charity Swim in Durban. Around 250 swimmers took part in the event. Among the first-timers were swimmers from Lamontville Swimming Academy, whose entries were sponsored by the Balwin Foundation NPC. The proceeds will support organisations working in conservation, […]
