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Africa united in action at the 2nd Berlin Climate Mobility Forum in Germany 🇿🇦🇧🇼🇿🇼🇲🇿🇳🇦🇱🇸🇱🇷

A proud moment of collaboration as representatives from South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Namibia, Lesotho and Liberia come together to strengthen partnerships and advance shared solutions on climate mobility and resilience.

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Minister Aucamp has been warmly welcomed by leaders from the Global Centre for Climate Mobility and Robert Stiftung Foundation at the 2nd Berlin Climate Mobility Forum in Germany.

The Forum brings together global voices to advance dialogue, collaboration and solutions around climate mobility and the impacts of climate change on communities worldwide.

#ClimateAction #ClimateMobility #BerlinClimateMobilityForum

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Minister Aucamp had the opportunity to personally extend his appreciation to the Honourable Roberto Albino, Minister of Environment, Agriculture and Fisheries, and Ambassador of Zimbabwe to Germany, Ms Alice Mashingaidze, for their countries’ cooperation and swift response in supporting the arrest of suspects linked to the recent Kruger National Park double murders.

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𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

In this week’s Environment Quarterly story of the week, we take a look at how South Africa and Botswana reaffirmed their commitment to protecting the iconic Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park through enhanced cross-border cooperation on biodiversity conservation, sustainable tourism and community development.

Read more in the April – May 2026 edition of Environment Quarterly 👉 https://t.co/LEU74crG4L

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𝗗𝗜𝗗 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗞𝗡𝗢𝗪?

Standing proudly at the southernmost tip of Africa is the Cape Agulhas Lighthouse which has guided mariners safely along our coastline for more than 175 years.

First lit on 1 March 1849, this iconic landmark remains a symbol of South Africa's rich maritime heritage and a beacon for conservation and sustainable tourism.

The Cape Agulhas is also famous as the meeting point of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.

#MaritimeHeritage #Conservation #SustainableTourism

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The borehole project includes a water system designed to supply multiple water troughs, with an automatic shut-off mechanism that stops the flow once each trough is full and reopens when the water level drops.

This was highlighted today during the 2026 Desertification and Drought Day commemoration in Rietfontein, Northern Cape.

This helps save water, reduce wastage and ensure a reliable supply for the community and livestock.

#DDD2026 #DFFE #WaterIsLife #Rangelands

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In Dawid Kruiper Municipality, Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts marked the 2026 Desertification and Drought Day by handing over two boreholes to drought-hit communities. The project will also create opportunities for 84 youth in invasive plant clearing.
#DFFE #Rangelands #IUCN #DDD2026

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Following Youth Day, DM Bernice Swarts called on young people to champion climate action and biodiversity conservation, saying the green economy offers innovation and jobs. She also marked the handover of 2 boreholes to Rietfontein and Philandersbron. #DDD2026 #DFFE

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The 2026 Desertification & Drought Day Ministerial Imbizo is underway in Rietfontein, Northern Cape.
DM Bernice Swarts and MEC Lebogang Motlhaping are leading the handover of two boreholes in Philandersbron and Rietfontein.
#DDD2026 #DFFE

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𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲. 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄.

As we observe Desertification and Drought Day 2026, we are reminded that healthy land sustains life, supports livelihoods, strengthens food security and protects biodiversity.

Land degradation and drought threaten communities, ecosystems and economies across the world. By restoring degraded landscapes, practising sustainable land management and conserving our natural resources, we can build resilience for future generations.

This year’s theme, "Rangelands: Recognise. Respect. Restore.", calls on all of us to value and protect the landscapes that sustain people, wildlife and agriculture.

Together, let's turn commitment into action and restore the land that sustains us all.

#DesertificationAndDroughtDay #Rangelands #LandRestoration #DroughtResilience #EnvironmentalSustainability

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Desertification and drought are not distant threats. They are reshaping our rangelands now.

On 17 June 2026, Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts leads the Desertification and Drought Day Ministerial Imbizo in Rietfontein, Northern Cape, in partnership with ZF Mgcawu District Municipality, Dawid Kruiper Local Municipality and IUCN. Join the conversation on land restoration, drought resilience and the future of our rangelands.

Rietfontein Community Hall | 08:00 - 14:00

#DDD2026 #DFFE #Rangelands #IYRP #GenerationRestoration

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𝗗𝗙𝗙𝗘 𝗩𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗬 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧 | 𝗘𝗣𝗪𝗣 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗘𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates for EPWP Housekeeper positions on a 12-month contract through the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP).

📅𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝟭𝟵 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

Scan the QR code on the poster or visit https://t.co/U6Km0R83Fn for application details.

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#TholaSpane #VacancyAlert #EPWP #JobOpportunities #PublicService #EmploymentOpportunities

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Congratulations and well done to our running club for participating in the #ComradesMarathon2026. Their biggest prize won on the day was to spread the message of taking care of the environment and looking after our flora and fauna. We are really proud of you. #SkafelaMoya

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Today our runners will be among 21 000 athletes partipating in the #ComradesMarathon.We wish them strength, courage and endurance to conquer the gruelling 87 kilometres #Comrades2026 race from Durban to Pietermaritzburg. ##TheUltimateHumanRace #SkafelaMoya #RunForTheEnvironment #UpRun.

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Come join us!! We are stationed at the halfway mark, 10 Old Main Road, Drummond. #ComradesMarathon2026 ##ComradesMarathon #SkafelaMoya #TheUltimateHumanRace ##RunForTheEnvironment #UpRun.

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We are also here!! The team has made its mark of presence at the ##ComradesMarathon Expo. ##Comrades2026 #TheUltimateHumanRace ##SkafelaMoya #UpRun

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A morning jog at the beach before the #UltimateHumanRace on Sunday. #ComradesMarathon #Comrades2026 #SkafelaMoya #UpRun.

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We just arrived at the #ComradesMarathon Expo to collect race packs. The team also visited different exhibitors and sponsor activations before the ##UltimateHumanRace tomorrow. #ComradesMarathon2026 #SkafelaMoya #UpRun

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Minister Willie Aucamp visited an abalone farm to engage with the Abalone Farmers Association of South Africa on the challenges facing the sector and explore collaborative solutions to unlock its full potential.

The Minister reaffirmed the commitment to working closely with the sector to combat the illegal harvesting of our natural resources, support the growth of the legal abalone industry, and advance inclusive economic growth and job creation.

#OceansEconomy #EnvironmentalProtection #SustainableDevelopment