Eco Minute 13:30

BULLETIN 4 September 1:30 pm

Good afternoon, here is your Eco Minute:

# Nelson Mandela University’s Ruby Davies is one of seven master’s degree students countrywide, who received the South African Women in Science Awards DSTI–Dr Ivy Matsepe-Casaburri Fellowship. The Fellowship celebrates exceptional women scientists advancing science, technology, engineering and mathematics in South Africa and beyond. Davies’ research, which was recognised, investigates how nectar robbing affects pollinator behaviour, pollen limitation, and the reproductive success in the fynbos biome of the Cape Floristic Region.

# The City of Cape Town says that with September being Abor Month, residents are encouraged to get involved through initiatives such as the Adopt-a-Tree programme. This year, Arbor Month highlights the milkwood, South Africa’s Tree of the Year. It is known for its resilience, longevity and heritage value. Mayoral committee member for Community Services and Health, Francine Higham, says trees are important as they help absorb carbon and support biodiversity:

# And finally: The United Nations says it is working closely with Pakistani authorities to rapidly assess the humanitarian impact of the recent floods, identify needs, and address gaps in the response to the disaster. The floods in northern Pakistan have claimed over 400 lives. The UN says this disaster, caused by a severe monsoon exacerbated by climate change, has affected some 1.5-million people and left hundreds of thousands in need of humanitarian aid. Authorities in the Punjab province issued a new flood alert yesterday, with nearly 300-thousand people evacuated.

Stay tuned for more news………….