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This fact sheet by WWF South Africa outlines the potential for job creation for coal truckers transitioning to biomass supply chains for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). It highlights that 6,400 trucking jobs could be created nationally, with 3,076 of those located in coal regions, primarily through the transportation of lignocellulosic biomass.

This guide from WWF South Africa outlines the criteria and benefits for landowners and farmers in the wine industry to become a WWF Conservation Champion, focusing on environmental leadership, carbon footprinting, and water stewardship.

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.

This fact sheet by WWF South Africa details a 2020/21 study on faecal pollution in the Crocodile and Sabie River catchments in Mpumalanga. It highlights the risks of E. coli contamination for irrigated crops, particularly for subsistence farmers and high-risk vegetables, and provides recommendations for water stewardship and safe farming techniques.

This report by WWF South Africa documents the 25-year history and impact of the WWF-Mondi Wetlands Programme (WWF-MWP), from its inception in 1991 as the Rennies Wetland Project to its evolution into a global partnership. The programme focused on the identification, delineation, and rehabilitation of wetlands outside protected areas, particularly within the forestry and sugar industries, to improve water security and biodiversity in South Africa.

This document outlines 'Outcome 1' of the WWF South Africa Strategy 2025, which focuses on implementing sustainable, inclusive, and regenerative production and consumption value chains in priority economic sectors to address poverty, food insecurity, and environmental degradation.

This fact sheet outlines Outcome 2 of the WWF South Africa Strategy 2025, focusing on improving freshwater quantity and quality in strategic water source areas to benefit ecological systems and downstream communities.

This briefing outlines Outcome 3 of the WWF South Africa Strategy 2025, focusing on the transition to a carbon-neutral and climate-resilient economy through systems-level interventions and stakeholder collaboration.

This document outlines Outcome 4 of the WWF South Africa Strategy 2025, which focuses on expanding and sustainably managing the network of conservation areas within priority land- and seascapes in South Africa.

This document outlines 'Outcome 5' of the WWF South Africa Strategy 2025, focusing on leveraging the finance and corporate sectors to drive environmental, social, and economic improvements through policy frameworks and green financial solutions.

This document outlines Outcome 6 of the WWF South Africa Strategy 2025, focusing on strengthening local governance to ensure inclusive management and equitable access to land and natural resources for marginalized communities.

A guide by WWF South Africa providing sustainable travel, shopping, and dining tips for holidaymakers visiting South Africa, including recommendations for sustainable seafood and conservation-focused wine farms.

This WWF South Africa fact sheet outlines the critical role of strategic water source areas (WSAs) in ensuring South Africa's water security and proposes the implementation of Water Source Partnerships to address a governance crisis and land degradation.

This fact sheet from WWF South Africa explains the concept of 'Day Zero' in the context of a severe drought in the Western Cape, detailing the triggers for this state, the resulting restrictions on water access, and practical measures for residents to reduce water consumption.

This WWF South Africa fact sheet explains the concept of 'Day Zero' in Cape Town, describing it as the point when municipal water supplies are insufficient to maintain normal services and taps are closed. It outlines the projected impacts on residents, businesses, and health, while providing specific water-saving guidelines to delay the onset of this crisis.

The Youth Climate Champions Training Materials is a guide produced by WWF South Africa to empower young people to become active citizens and agents of activism in response to the climate crisis. The toolkit consists of six interactive sessions designed to provide youth with tools for community engagement, communication, policy design, and professional integration into climate solutions.