Environment
Wild about weeds
We are often in a rush to rid our gardens of blackjacks, stinging nettles and a bunch of other bitter things. But Julia Invernizzi wised up on a recent walk.
Enviro Champs tackle Pietermaritzburg river pollution
A community-based programme is helping to clean rivers in the KZN capital. Thobani Ngomane and Matthew Hattingh report.
No horsing around… Why this little guy really is top of the pops
You may have already told your dad he is super, but how does he stack up next to a seahorse?
Covid shark video lands the WHO in hot water
The United Nations health agency has missed the boat on conserving sharks, say activists. Nico Booyens and Natalie dos Santos report.
Seahorses live in the sea, right? True, for all but one species.
Rio Button reports from the Southern Cape on a citizen science mercy mission.
Helping hands show the way
A campaign to create a world day to promote Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) has been launched in South Africa, writes Terry-Ann Beukes.
Turtles “talk” to divers
Ocean lovers Emma Tomkins and Michael Dowker dive into the fascinating world of turtle research.
New wave of enviro journos go big
Our first Ocean Watch writing competition produced a series of captivating stories on all things rays and sharks. Natalie dos Santos salutes the winning entries.
Detail on the devils: rare ray discovered on South Coast
‘Hightly endangered’ shortfin devil rays have been found in large numbers off KZN. Brent Lindeque spoke to ray researcher Michelle Carpenter
A lot on their plate: Sea’s custodians must do more
South Africa has proclaimed 20 new marine protected areas, mirroring worldwide efforts to conserve more marine areas. But a lack of funding and management mean most remain ‘Parks on Paper’.
