Environment
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Beaked whale washes ashore at Eerste Steen, sparking surprise among beachgoers
A beaked whale washed ashore at Eerste Steen, Melkbosstrand on 15 March. Authorities collected samples; cause of stranding remains unknown.
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Teen conservationist raises funds for Sanccob to save endangered seabirds
Young environmentalist Romario Valentine raises money for seabird conservation, helping African Penguins, the Albatross Task Force, and Marion Island projects.
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Cape Town environmental group celebrates 500th cleanup
Save a Fishie celebrates its 500th cleanup, removing more than 54 tonnes of litter while inspiring volunteers to protect beaches, rivers and communities.
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City seeks Council backing for new nature reserves
The City of Cape Town plans to expand five nature reserves, including Table Bay in Milnerton, and create two new reserves.
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Environmental group joins quarry tree removal protest
Environmental organisation TreeKeepers formally opposes Tygerberg Quarry tree removal, proposing alternative phased approach to preserve historic screening.
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Residents protest tree removal at historic Tygerberg Quarry site
Local residents call for immediate halt to tree cutting at Tygerberg Quarry, arguing removal of 1955-planted trees threatens urban canopy and history.
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Hundreds of nappies continue to wash up on local beaches
Beaches along Cape Town’s coastline face a growing pollution problem, with volunteers collecting 187 disposable nappies in just over an hour at Lagoon Beach.
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Schools invited to lead the way in new eco challenge with Save a Fishie
Save a Fishie launches its 2026 Schools Eco Challenge with the City of Cape Town, empowering learners through hands-on environmental action.
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SANParks suspends indemnity form at Table Mountain
SANParks has suspended the indemnity form requirement at Table Mountain National Park, planning a new digital verification system for visitors.
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Save a Fishie launches national Coast 2 Coast campaign with bigger impact
Cape Town-based environmental organisation Save a Fishie has officially kicked off its expanded Coast 2 Coast 2026 campaign
