New World Map Resizes Africa
Africa’s true geographical scale is set to gain greater global recognition after the United Nations backed a new approach to world maps that more accurately...
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Landlocked Nations Face Unique Challenges
The United Nations is marking the International Day of Awareness of the Special Development Needs and Challenges of Landlocked Developing Countries by highlighting the barriers...
Science Conference Highlights South Africa
South Africa will showcase science, innovation and evidence-based policymaking at UNESCO’s global sustainable development conference, strengthening international collaboration and advancing inclusive development priorities worldwide. South...
Families Shape Children’s Futures
The United Nations says stronger family support systems are essential to reducing inequality and improving child wellbeing as families face growing social and economic pressures...
National Climate Action Campaign Launched
A new national campaign is encouraging South Africans to support the country’s just energy transition through practical everyday climate actions in homes and communities. South...
Only 20% of global e-waste recycled each year
According to the UN, only 20% of global e-waste is recycled each year, which means that 40 million tonnes of e-waste is either placed in...
Pick n Pay commits to monthly beach clean ups
Pick n Pay has launched monthly People n Planet Beach Clean-Ups which will see the retailer partner with local organisations across the country to drive...
Infrastructure needed to achieve 72% of Sustainable Development Goal targets
A new analysis published in Nature Sustainability has found that the majority of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – global targets relating to poverty, health, the environment,...