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Environment Quarterly (EQ) editions archive
Jan - Mar 2021: The origin of cyclones
A cyclone is a type of weather system in which wind rotates around an area of low atmospheric pressure.
Oct - Dec 2020: Make safety a part of your holiday
Celebrating World Food Day. Get reacquainted with our biodiverse rich parks.
July - Sept 2020: Know and Exercise Your Environmental Rights.
According to the South African Constitution, everyone has the right to an environment that is not harmful to their wellbeing.
April - June2020: Exclusive interview with outgoing DG.
What is Environment Month?: Environment Month is celebrated annually in South Africa during the month of June. This year, the celebrations and participation took place via online communication due to the Corona Virus outbreak.
January - March 2020: Wetlands Biodiversity Matters.
We celebrated World Wetlands Day, which we cover in this edition, with the aim of reminding society of the state of our wetlands, while also raising awareness of wetlands’ significance. All of us have a role to play in the conservation and protection of our wetlands.
October - December 2019: Solutions for plastic pollution.
It is essential that we respond to the changing realities of our world. Plastic pollution has been acknowledged as a perennial problem that requires urgent global attention. The Plastic Colloquium we hosted thrashed out a work programme that will, hopefully, see less of single-use plastic.
July - September 2019:On top of their game: Women in environment.
In August we celebrated Women’s Month as a country in recognition of the 20 000 women who marched to the Union Buildings on 9 August 1956 in protest against the extension of Pass Laws to women.
What is Air Pollution?: A look at South Africa’s state of Air Qualityy. • SA’s Newly Declared Marine Protected Area Network • Let’s combat desertification and grow the future together.
January - March 2019: Going Green for a Sustainable Future
• Changing to a better, greener future, ENVIRO Highlights, • Billy Bin unveiled at Good Green Deeds launch, and President launches Operation Phakisa Chemicals and Waste.
October - December 2018: Countries unite for conservation of migratory waterbirds
It is essential that we respond to the changing realities of our world. Plastic pollution has been acknowledged as a perennial problem that requires urgent global attention. The Plastic Colloquium we hosted thrashed out a work programme that will, hopefully, see less of single-use plastic.
July - September 2018: Growing the economy with our natural resources
In August we celebrated Women’s Month as a country in recognition of the 20 000 women who marched to the Union Buildings on 9 August 1956 in protest against the extension of Pass Laws to women.
October 2018: Special edition: Hamba kahle Mama Edna Molewa
• France bestows Minister Molewa with an Award • DEA Staff pay tribute to late Minister Molewa • President Ramaphosa launches the Ha-Matsila Development Trust Project.
April - June 2018: Beating plastic pollution and encouraging solutions for a healthy ocean
• SA donates six black rhinos to Chad • DEA takes plastic pollution awareness to Durban • Government & private sector unlock R110 million joint investment to launch game reserve
January - March 2018: Wildlife Crime Must Be Stopped
• Cover story: Focus on Environmental Programmes, • DEA Events in pictures, • DEA raises awareness about wildlife crime, Wildlife Crime is serious crime, • Third Biodiversity Economy Indaba
October - December 2017: Climate Change Action Now!
• Minister Edna Molewa leads South African delegation to CoP23, • iSimangaliso – a family destination, •Working Together Towards Sustainable Development Goals, • Connecting people and nature today.
July - Sept 2017: Celebrating Women in Environment
• Celebrating women in environment, • Minister Molewa celebrates Women’s Month, • Women integral to environmental sustainability, • The 6th annual Rhino Conservation Awards
April - June 2017: Connecting People with Nature
• DEA Budget Vote 2017, • Limpopo youth pilot SA Green Schools Programme, • Circular economy: Creating economic growth while protecting the environment, Deputy Minister supports waste initiatives in KwaZulu-Natal
January - March 2017: Environmental Rights are Human Rights
• Minister Molewa inaugurated as Chancellor of Sefako Makgatho, • The National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan, • CSIR and eThekwini Municipality explore the valorisation of biowaste
October - December 2016: Unlocking the economic potential of South Africa’s Oceans
• Operation Phakisa: Oceans Economy Aquaculture, • High Altitude Teams climb high to fight alien invasive plants, • Cleaning up the Great Fish River Canyon
October - December 2016 CITES COP 17 Special edition
• The fight against rhino poaching and illegal trade in rhino horn, • Important outcomes of CITES COP 17, • CITES CoP 17 in pictures, • Discussions on enforcement take centre stage at CITES COP17
July - September 2016: Turning waste into wealth
• Minister hands over wate bins in EC • Deputy Minister donates 60 desks for Mandela Month • SANBI makes SA shine at Chelsea Flower Show • Annual Rhino Awards • Ethekwini and Mossel Bay truimph at 2016 GMC Awards
April - June 2016: Zero Tolerance for Illegal Wildlife Trade
• Celebrating Environment Month, • Cabinet approves DG and COO appointments, • Operation Phakisa: Moving SA's Economy forward
January - March 2016: Biodiversity is life
• Decline in rhino poaching figures; • SA welcomes adoption of COP21 Paris Climate deal; • Animal trade: Wild pets, wild problems; •DEA Events in pictures
October - December 2014: Spotlight on the Green and Blue Economy
• President Zuma opens Environment House • Towards low-carbon transformation - get ready • SA’s ocean economy to contribute to GDP
July - September 2014: Fighting against rhino poaching
• SA intensifies its battle against rhino poaching, • Plans to find new home for rhino underway, • Operation Phakisa to unlock economic potential of SA's oceans
April - June 2014: Exploring the blue economy
• SA taps into an ocean of economic opportunities • Unlocking marine biodiversity knowledge in SA • Carbon Footprint: you cannot manage what you cannot measure
Jan - Mar 2014: 20 years of environmental protection
• Working for Water: 50 000 beneficiaries in 18 years • 20 years of Democracy, 21 wetlands of importance in SA• Minister publicizes SA’s Environmental Performance Review
October - December 2013: Looking ahead
to 20 years of Freedom
to 20 years of Freedom
• Deputy Minister honoured for 20 years • Climate Change Long Term Adaptation Scenarios released • Eco-Furniture factory to boost job creation in Grahamstown
July - September 2013: Deepening Stakeholder Dialogue and Action
• Ministry & branch heads engage enviro stakeholders • SADC Youth Ambassadors promote trans-frontier parks • Rhino Issue Management Report presented to role-players • Deputy Minister champions women & youth empowerment
April - June 2013: Environment and Economy
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• SA Agulhas II celebrates 1st year • Think. Eat. Save: Putting food on Africa's table • Groen Sebenza unlocks green jobs for youngsters • Budget vote: Environment & Economy meet
January - March 2013: Championing zero
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emissions
• SA promotes sustainable use at CITES CoP16 • Biodiversity and sustainable livelihoods • Wetlands improve water quality and assist in preventing floods