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This research paper introduces the concept of development leapfrogging within the African context, exploring how the continent can bypass intermediate stages of industrial development by adopting advanced technologies in sectors such as energy, finance, and agriculture.

This 2023 report by WWF South Africa, based on research by the Behaviour Change Agency (BCA), explores the perceptions, root causes, and management practices regarding food loss and waste among 15 fruit and vegetable farmers in South Africa. The study highlights a critical lack of baseline data at the primary production level and identifies financial viability as the primary motivator for reducing waste.

This report by the World Resources Institute examines five types of nature crime and their intersection with other criminal activities, proposing five broad strategies for policymakers and civil society to combat these threats to climate, biodiversity, and social justice.

This report presents the thematic analysis of an anonymous online survey conducted by WWF South Africa to understand citizen perspectives on groundwater use, regulation, and information needs in Cape Town. Based on responses from 74 participants, the document explores motivations for borehole installation, the perceived need for regulation to prevent over-abstraction, and recommendations for a public information dashboard.