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This report by GreenCape outlines the rationale and framework for establishing a voluntary, industry-led Circular Textiles Initiative in South Africa. The initiative aims to transition the domestic clothing and textile sector from a linear 'take-make-waste' model to a circular economy to reduce import dependency, create local jobs, and mitigate environmental degradation.

This report by the Africa Policy Research Institute analyzes the geopolitical landscape of Africa in 2025, characterized by a shift toward a multipolar world. It examines the impact of US strategic retrenchment, the first G20 summit held on the continent, tensions in the Horn of Africa, and the strategic competition over critical minerals along the Lobito Corridor.

The Just Transition in the Food System network comments on the SA Human Rights Commission's inquiry into the South African food system (12-19 March). While supporting the inquiry's goals to address structural hunger and the right to food, the network criticizes the absence of corporate testimony and the lack of local/provincial hearings, which may exclude the voices of the most marginalized people experiencing food insecurity.

This case study describes a childcare program established by AVEGA Agahozo under the SUNCASA project in Kigali, Rwanda. The initiative provides on-site care for children aged 9 to 35 months at tree nurseries, enabling mothers to participate more effectively in nature-based solutions (NbS) activities by removing the burden of balancing childcare with work.

This report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) examines the financial and institutional barriers preventing South African municipalities from accessing climate finance to support the just energy transition (JET). It highlights a significant gap where less than 10% of tracked climate finance reaches local governments, despite their critical role in electricity distribution and community resilience. The document analyzes current funding models, the impact of national policy frameworks, and provides recommendations to improve municipal creditworthiness and project bankability.

This report presents a Sustainable Asset Valuation (SAVi) assessment of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) implemented in Kigali, Rwanda, as part of the SUNCASA project. Using an integrated cost-benefit analysis (CBA) for the period 2025–2050, the study quantifies the economic, social, and environmental impacts of interventions such as afforestation, reforestation, agroforestry, and urban tree planting. The assessment finds that these NbS interventions are economically viable, providing significant avoided costs related to flood damage and health, alongside added value from carbon sequestration and employment.

This fact sheet by the Institute for Economic Justice examines fraud within South Africa's social grant system. It argues that while the government focuses on policing beneficiaries, the majority of high-value fraud is perpetrated by government officials and external predatory actors. The document critiques current anti-fraud measures—such as algorithms, bank account monitoring, and biometric verification—as ineffective tools that disproportionately exclude vulnerable, eligible recipients from receiving essential support.

This policy brief argues that South Africa's 2025 G20 presidency provides a strategic opportunity to integrate subnational governments into the global climate and environmental agenda. It highlights the role of municipalities as frontline implementers of climate adaptation, mitigation, and biodiversity goals, while identifying systemic financial and capacity barriers that hinder their effectiveness in Africa and the Global South.

This document is a manual for The Leslie Hill Succulent Karoo Trust, detailing the procedures for requesting access to information and the processing of personal data in accordance with the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.

This document is a manual produced by WWF South Africa for The WWF Nedbank Green Trust to facilitate requests for access to information and the protection of personal information in accordance with the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

This document is a manual produced by WWF South Africa (WWF-SA) to assist individuals in requesting access to information and managing personal data in accordance with the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

The SAWCT Manual, published by WWF South Africa in September 2025, provides a guide for requesting access to records and managing personal information held by the Southern African Wildlife College Trust in compliance with the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

The WWF LHSKT Trust Manual is a guide for requesting access to records and managing personal information for the Leslie Hill Succulent Karoo Trust, in compliance with South Africa's Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) and Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

This document is a manual for The National Parks Trust of South Africa, compiled to comply with the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). It outlines the procedures for requesting access to records held by the Trust, the categories of information available, and the protocols for processing and protecting personal data.

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

This document is a manual compiled by WWF South Africa in accordance with the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). It provides guidelines for the public on how to request access to records held by the organization and outlines how WWF South Africa processes personal information.

This report by Ember analyzes the technical and economic feasibility of achieving 24-hour solar electricity generation using solar panels paired with battery storage. It demonstrates that in sunny regions, near-continuous solar power is now cost-competitive, often cheaper than new coal or nuclear power, due to rapid declines in battery costs and the adoption of Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) technology.

This research paper examines urban transportation challenges in Africa, using South Africa as a primary case study to illustrate the impact of colonial and apartheid legacies on infrastructure. It evaluates the effectiveness of high-cost rail projects versus Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems and the role of informal paratransit, while proposing policy interventions to improve accessibility and safety.

This document is a collection of abstracts for the COMPACT National Research Conference 2025, titled "Reimagining Developmental Local Government: New Approaches to Legacy Challenges." The abstracts outline various research papers and provocations focused on enhancing citizen participation, gender and youth inclusivity, innovative urban practices, and performance monitoring within South African municipalities.

The COP29 South African Youth Statement, presented by the Youth Policy Committee Global Change Working Group via Youth@SAIIA, outlines a comprehensive set of demands for the South African government delegation to COP29. The statement advocates for a climate justice approach that integrates human rights, gender equality, and social justice, calling for urgent reforms in water sanitation, waste management, and the energy transition to protect marginalized communities.