Decolonise health care
Finally people are getting the idea - to become health professionals effective within the fairly unique South African context, we need to be educated in a way that prepares...
Koeberg sitting alongside fault line
Cape Town - Koeberg nuclear power station is sitting alongside a geological fault which gave rise to an earthquake in 1809 that was the same magnitude as last month’s earthquake...
12 edible indigenous South African plants
The Botanical Society of South Africa encourages indigenous gardening, awareness about conservation, and the wise use of indigenous plants in southern Africa. Good Hope Garden Nursery shared some great tips on indigenous plants that you can easily grow and harvest in your very own garden for medicinal remedies and exciting culinary experiences. We have a treasure trove of edible and medicinal plants within our rich…
Why South Africa could be edging towards a water crisis
South Africa is fast running out of water, with the worst drought since 1992 leaving dams at critical levels and diminishing rivers and streams. (Also read our article: How Western Cape food crops are being affected by the driest season in years) There are many reasons that attribute to this growing water crisis in the country. Read more...
Permaculture education in poverty-stricken South Africa
We are SEED, a 12 year old non-profit and Public Benefits Organisation that has been pioneering the growing of outdoor classrooms in under-resourced schools across South Africa. Learn more about our work via this video. Through the important work of connecting children to the ecosystems that support them, and bringing the miracle of food into curriculum and tummies of children, we have found that our…