Environment

EnvironmentInternational Celebration Day

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On 11 February 2026, in celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the Antarctic Legacy of South Africa (ALSA) had the privilege of participating in a science engagement event hosted by Iimbovane, an inspiring education initiative based at the Centre for Invasion Biology at the Stellenbosch University School for Climate Studies  […]

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EnvironmentInternational Celebration DayPrince Edward Islands

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On 2 February 2026, the world celebrates World Wetlands Day, recognising wetlands as some of the most productive and vital ecosystems on Earth. For South Africa, this day offers an opportunity to highlight the exceptional wetlands of the Prince Edward Islands—a globally significant sub-Antarctic Ramsar Site and a cornerstone of research under the South African […]

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ConservationEnvironmentInternational Celebration DayPrince Edward Islands

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Every year on February 2nd, the world comes together to celebrate World Wetlands Day, marking the anniversary of the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, signed in 1971 in Ramsar, Iran. This global observance highlights the vital role wetlands play in sustaining biodiversity, mitigating climate change, and supporting life on Earth. In 2025, as we reflect on […]

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