Search Climate Insights Directory

This document is a manual prepared by The Table Mountain Fund to assist requesters in accessing information and managing personal data in accordance with the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.

The Table Mountain Fund Manual, published by WWF South Africa in September 2025, provides guidance on requesting access to records and the processing of personal information in compliance with the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

This briefing describes a violent conflict among gangs and international syndicates in the Western Cape of South Africa, primarily driven by the trade of Crystal Methamphetamine (Tik). It details the rise of the drug's popularity, the organizational evolution of gangs, and the systemic challenges facing law enforcement, including police corruption and low public cooperation.

This guide provides technical instructions for the biological control of alien invasive hakea species in South Africa, specifically focusing on silky, rock, sweet, and willow hakea. It details the use of various biological control agents—including fungi and insects—and explains how to integrate these with mechanical and chemical control methods to manage infestations in mountain catchments.

This fact sheet from WWF South Africa describes the role, management, and challenges of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in South Africa. It details the legislative framework, the different types of protection zones, and the importance of these areas for biodiversity, climate resilience, and economic stability. The document also highlights specific major MPAs and South Africa's commitment to the global '30x30' biodiversity target.