Urgent Conservation Alert
African penguins, who inhabit the coastal areas and islands of South Africa and Namibia, are facing extinction by 2035 unless immediate action is taken. The colonies around South Africa are home to 90% of the African penguin population.
Conservation groups BirdLife South Africa and Sanccob are stepping up their efforts to protect their vital feeding grounds through legal action.
With a staggering 97% decline in their population over the last century, these iconic birds are struggling due to competition with commercial fishing boats. Biologically meaningful fishing closures in areas are crucial for their survival, as highlighted by ongoing litigation against Minister Barbara Creecy’s office.
To get involved visit https://sanccob.co.za/news/save-the-african-penguin/ or to donate visit https://www.birdlife.org.za/african-penguin-conservation/
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HOW THE COW IS HELPING HUMANS DEVELOP AN ECO-FRIENDLY WAY OF CLEANING WASTE WATER
One of the first animals many of us learn about as kids, cows have been part of the landscape and farmed for over 10,000 years, with their illustration visible in everything from childrens books to ancient Khoi San rock paintings!
Beyond their cultural significance, cows are incredible ruminants, capable of digesting plants with a stomach divided into four compartments. This unique digestive system has inspired engineers in Bangalore, India, to revolutionize wastewater treatment.
A new sewage treatment plant, modeled after a cow’s stomach, uses microorganisms to progressively clean wastewater without electricity, making it eco-friendly and sustainable.
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July is Mandela Month, a special time for us to come together and give back to our communities. This year’s theme, “It’s in our hands to combat poverty and inequity,” calls on us all to make a difference.
Nelson Mandela, often referred to as “Madiba,” was a revolutionary leader and the first black President of South Africa. Born on July 18, 1918, he dedicated his life to the fight against apartheid, the oppressive system of racial segregation in South Africa. Imprisoned for 27 years for his activism, Mandela emerged as a global symbol of resistance, reconciliation, and peace. His leadership in dismantling apartheid and fostering national unity earned him international acclaim and the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993. Mandela’s enduring legacy continues to inspire people worldwide to strive for justice, equality, and human rights.
We invite you to support a cause close to you by donating goods or volunteering your time. Your contributions can have a powerful impact on the various initiatives happening this month.
Volunteering and donating take commitment, so here are some tips to ensure you make the most meaningful impact:
BE RELIABLE: Keep your promises and show up on time. Your reliability is crucial.
RESPECT THE GUIDELINES: Follow the procedures of the Cause you are supporting. This helps everything run smoothly.
BE PROACTIVE: Look for ways to help without being asked. Your initiative will be highly valued.
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Born around 1643 to the Goringhaicona near the Cape of Good Hope, Eva (Krotoa) grew up in a time of significant change. Taken into the household of Dutch commander Jan van Riebeeck at a young age, she quickly learned Dutch and Portuguese, becoming a vital interpreter and negotiator between the Dutch settlers and the Khoisan communities. Her linguistic skills facilitated crucial trade and peace agreements, highlighting her role as an early diplomat.
In 1664, Eva married Danish surgeon Pieter van Meerhoff, making her one of the first indigenous women to marry a European in the Cape Colony. They had three children before Pieter's untimely death in Madagascar in 1668. Despite her invaluable contributions, Eva faced significant challenges, including struggles with alcoholism and ostracization from both the Dutch and her own people. She was even imprisoned on Robben Island for several years, enduring great hardship.
Eva died in 1674 at the age of 31. Her legacy lived on through her children, who were taken into Dutch care. Eva's life, marked by resilience and the bridging of cultures, offers a profound insight into the early colonial period in South Africa. She remains a symbol of cultural exchange, adaptation, and the complex interactions between European settlers and indigenous peoples. Today, she is commemorated in literature, film, and public memorials as a testament to her significant role in South African history.
Read Eva's remarkable story at https://www.capetownmuseum.org.za/they-built-this-city/krotoa
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