A new study co-authored by a University of Pretoria conservation scientist argues that widely cited claims of catastrophic global wildlife decline may overstate biodiversity loss in Africa
Biodiversity loss has become a systemic risk to the global economy, as businesses continue to profit from nature while failing to pay for the damage
Scientists have rediscovered an endangered grasshopper species in KwaZulu-Natal, underscoring the importance of small protected areas — and the often-overlooked invertebrates they shelter
More than 600 faith leaders across the continent say the Gates Foundation’s Green Revolution model has deepened poverty, degraded soils and undermined food sovereignty
Scientists warn that ticks carried by trafficked pangolins may spread pathogens across continents, affecting people and animals
The World Restoration Flagships, spanning 18 countries, showcase large-scale efforts to revive forests, grasslands, farms and coastlines, restore biodiversity and secure sustainable livelihoods
If we continue to ignore the social and environmental costs of our (ab)use of the environment, we will be mispricing the future
The effects of offshore gas projects contribute to a humanitarian crisis, and mainly only the companies and countries of the north benefit from the profits and commodities
Timber production is important for South Africa but it covers huge swaths of land. The movement of species is assisted through the creation of corridors between the plantations
As natural sentinels of freshwater resources, they signal the health of aquatic ecosystems
Why these invisible organisms generate a significant portion of oxygen, absorb vast amounts of carbon, and purify water
Earthshot Prize announces this year’s winners who are shaping a greener, cleaner future
A new investigation details a covert campaign that companies such as Monsanto, now Bayer, and Syngenta waged against critics who threatened its profit
The seabirds were recently moved to critically endangered status, meaning drastic action has to be taken to save them from being wiped out
Honey bees are invaluable to the environment and the economy, and their protection is essential
South Africa has ambitious plans to protect biodiversity This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The Mail & Guardian is committed to providing all our readers with the best possible experience. Please register your free account now. Your registration is your first step to becoming an M&G community member. Register Registration enables: – M&G newsletters access – notifications – the best possible experience Already registered? Login here Want to subscribe and get even more benefits? Explore our subscription offers
Its new strategy, Vision 2040, aims to redress economic inequalities through conservation
There is a weakened mechanism for public consultation in the draft legislation
Harmful effects associated with unsafe temperatures are largely in the tropics, rising rapidly after 2050. In the temperate and polar areas, changes are likely to arise from opportunities in the near-term
With just 62 wardens to cover some 14,000 hectares, it’s an arduous game of cat and mouse
