Extreme heat is no longer a future problem. A major new report warns it is intensifying inequality, illness and climate vulnerability across Southern Africa and the worst-hit are often those least able to escape it
One in every five girls across sub-Saharan Africa has experienced rape or sexual assault before turning 18
Lesufi’s remark about resorting to hotel showers during water shortages was not an isolated lapse of judgment but a revealing window into this broader political environment
A new climate-smart horticulture centre at Eskom’s Grootvlei power station, backed by the Netherlands, is testing how South Africa’s energy transition can deliver jobs, food security and skills
Traditional talk of a water crisis and water stress no longer reflects the current reality
The country has 11 such schemes, together representing one of the most ambitious agricultural investments in southern Africa
In Johannesburg, farmers, chefs and activists are gathering around shared meals to reimagine food systems, resilience and justice for South Africa’s future
The country has 20 million people living in food insecurity and wants to encourage every household with land to grow fresh produce
After 45 years of independence, issues such as the disintegration of the country’s monetary system are illustrative of the crisis.
Earthshot Prize announces this year’s winners who are shaping a greener, cleaner future
Honey bees are invaluable to the environment and the economy, and their protection is essential
The company’s practical approach can revolutionise the way we produce food, creating a more sustainable system
With over 65% of South Africa’s population now living in cities, this shift has altered the landscape and dynamics of food security
A small agricultural miracle is transforming a community in the Cradle of Humankind
Interventions such as immediate food relief and raising awareness are needed to address undernutrition and obesity
White maize prices are likely to be 30% higher, with yellow maize up by 20%
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The DG Murray Trust has identified 10 opportunities for change that are directed at breaking the intergenerational poverty and inequality deeply rooted in our country
The Competition Commission’s inquiry into fresh produce markets is looking into the efficiency of the markets in terms of safety and food security
