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This photograph taken on September 9, 2026 shows a man segregating seagrass shoots for restoration work to protect Kariyachalli Island, off the coast of Thoothukudi in India’s Tamil Nadu state.
Restoration work on Kariyachalli island hopes to rebuild its natural defences with artificial reefs, transplanted corals and seagrass meadows, in a bid to slow erosion and protect the mainland from surging seas. Kariyachalli, which is part of a chain of 21 islands, has lost more than 80 per cent of its landmass over the past half century and could disappear entirely by 2036 if erosion is left unchecked.

India turns to corals and seagrass to shield against rising seas

Restoration work on Kariyachalli island hopes to rebuild its natural defences with artificial reefs, transplanted corals and seagrass meadows, in a bid to slow erosion and…

South African political parties mention climate risks in their manifestos ahead of the 2026 local government elections, but experts say climate change debate remains sidelined on the campaign trail despite municipalities bearing the brunt of floods, fires, water shortages and disaster response.

Climate change debate missing from 2026 municipal election campaigns

Despite the growing threat of extreme weather events, environmental concerns are largely absent from parties' local government elections campaigns.

Climate change is reshaping South Africa’s tourism sector. Responsible use of artificial intelligence could help destinations manage risk, improve efficiency and build more inclusive, resilient economies.

Artificial intelligence and climate action can build a more resilient tourism sector

Climate change is reshaping South Africa’s tourism sector. Responsible use of artificial intelligence could help destinations manage risk, improve efficiency and build more…

Air pollution in South Africa is particularly high in the Highveld Priority Area, a highly industrialised region that includes 12 of Eskom’s coal-fired power stations, as well as metal smelters and chemical factories.

Clean air is a constitutional right, but Highveld communities still face pollution

Despite repeated government commitments and new calls for cleaner industry, Highveld communities continue to face serious air pollution, health risks and weak enforcement.

Dr Nik Eberl is the founder and executive chair: The Future of Jobs Summit™ (Official T20 Side Event). He is also the author of Nation of Champions: How South Africa won the World Cup of Destination Branding.

Stop trying to rescue yesterday’s economy: start building tomorrow’s

South Africa’s economy contracted by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026. The challenge, argues Dr Nik Eberl, is not only to repair existing industries but to scale new sectors…

Climate education and curriculum reform must become foundational investments if South Africa is to prepare young people for a just transition and a growing green economy.

Invest in descendants: curriculum is seed capital for a net-zero economy

Climate education and curriculum reform must become foundational investments if South Africa is to prepare young people for a just transition and a growing green economy.

An R6.4 billion insurance claim linked to the 2022 KwaZulu-Natal floods raises difficult questions about municipal infrastructure, climate risk and who ultimately carries the cost.The Umhlatuzana Hindu Temple in the background after the 2022 floods.

Who pays for the KwaZulu-Natal floods? The R6.4bn insurance battle

An R6.4 billion insurance claim linked to the 2022 KwaZulu-Natal floods raises difficult questions about municipal infrastructure, climate risk and who ultimately carries the cost.

Rescuers use an excavator to transport a flood survivor, following flash floods and a landslide disaster in Devghat, in the Nepal's Nuwakot district on August 26, 2026. From the Himalayas to KwaZulu-Natal, the climate crisis is reminding humanity of something physics has been telling us for decades: borders offer no protection from a destabilised planet, says the writer.

From Nepal to South Africa: A planet pushed to the brink

Nepal’s devastating glacier-linked floods are not a distant tragedy. Kumi Naidoo argues that they expose the same climate injustice facing South Africa.

With local government elections approaching, this article explores how climate action can be effectively integrated into local governance, urging voters to prioritise candidates committed to sustainability.

Think global, act local: a call for local government

With local government elections approaching, this article explores how climate action can be effectively integrated into local governance, urging voters to prioritise candidates…

Discover how families can take an active role in water safety, from swimming lessons to local advocacy, to help prevent drowning and build safer aquatic environments.

Beyond pool fences: The silent drowning hazards in SA communities

The World Health Organization’s new 'PROTECT' framework argues that saving lives requires safe infrastructure, climate resilience, and community action - not just swimming lessons.