Knersvlakte
Knersvlakte
Knersvlakte
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Succulent poaching crisis threatens Western Cape biodiversity
Succulent poaching has escalated into an environmental crisis threatening South Africa’s biodiversity hotspots.
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Nine rare plant species poached to extinction in Western Cape since 2020
Illegal trafficking has led to nine indigenous succulent species’ extinction at Knersvlakte, prompting demands for stronger enforcement against criminal networks.
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Western Cape adds 47,000 hectares to conservation network in major wildlife protection win
The Western Cape has achieved a conservation milestone by adding 47,000 hectares to its protected areas network through the declaration of two brand-new nature reserves and the significant expansion of…
