The Western Cape has added 47 000 hectares to its conservation estate through the declaration of two new nature reserves and the expansion of two others. This expansion in protected areas provides space for Cape mountain zebras to breed and improves the protection of many threatened succulent plants, mammals and bird species across the province. The declarations have increased the size of two existing nature reserves, Anysberg in the Karoo and Knersvlakte in Namaqualand. The

The Cape Town Marriott Hotel Crystal Towers has achieved its first Green Key certification, in recognition of its commitment to environmental stewardship, community empowerment and responsible tourism. WESSA (Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa) is the national operator of the Green Key programme in South Africa and commended the hotel’s achievement as a model for responsible hospitality in the Western Cape. Located in a water-sensitive region, the hotel continue

Groot Phesantekraal View is a new shopping and lifestyle destination in Cape Town’s northern suburb of Durbanville. Developed by Abland Property Developers in collaboration with Sasol Pension Fund, it functions as a vital part of this precinct, which combines the charm of the area’s historical farming roots with modern developments that cater to the region’s evolving needs. Durbanville, known for its wine estates and family-friendly environment, is rapidly becoming one of the

The August 2025 trade day marked a new chapter for the Cape Green Forum as it hosted its first event at Mistico Equestrian Estate. Set in the winelands, the new venue proved to be a perfect fit for the green industry as it is surrounded by ample open space, and exhibitors as well as attendees agreed that the setting elevated the entire experience. Extensive networking took place on the day, old relationships were strengthened and new partnerships formed - all inspired by the

Brahman Hills in the KZN Midlands is creating a serenity garden, set to become the world’s largest labyrinth. Once complete, Guiness World Records will be invited to verify this status.   Traditionally used in spiritual rituals and healing spaces, labyrinths feature a single, winding path inward to a central point and out again, offering a purposeful, meditative journey. Inspired by sacred geometry and ancient walking meditations, the labyrinth will weave through a curated la

Sappi Limited, a global producer of woodfibre-based materials, continues to redefine its role in the bio-economy by expanding beyond traditional paper and packaging into renewable alternatives. At the heart of its operations are over 400 000 hectares of sustainably managed plantations in South Africa. These tree farms are cultivated specifically for industrial use. Plantation forestry plays a vital role in carbon sequestration, biodiversity protection and rural job creation.

Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) has earned the city of Joburg three prestigious awards from World Urban Parks 2025, reaffirming its position as a leading green city in Africa. The following accolades were received:   *the Best Entity Award, honouring JCPZ for its leadership and environmental stewardship in the management of parks, open spaces and biodiversity assets. This recognition reflects the entity’s commitment to restoring urban green spaces and improving access

New findings reveal that switching from plastic to glass may actually worsen our environmental footprint, releasing up to 50 times more micro-plastics and generating triple the carbon emissions. It is time to start rethinking what sustainability in packaging really means. Going truly green has less to do with the materials used and a lot more to do with how we think about packaging design.   According to Vanessa Bosman, Group MD at Just Design, there is a critical misconcepti

The Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) has announced Georgina Smit as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective May 2026. She will succeed Lisa Reynolds, who has led the organisation since 2020. Under Reynolds’ leadership, the GBCSA has solidified its position as the country’s leading authority on the green built environment which includes building certification, sustainability training, and advocacy for climate resilience.   Smit obtained her undergraduate and Mas