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The oldest evidence for the use of arrow poison globally was long thought to come from Egypt, dating to 4,000 years ago. It was a black, toxic residue on bone arrowheads from a tomb at the Naga ed Der archaeological site.
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Welcome to our guide on sustainable farming practices in South Africa, where we explore innovative approaches to agriculture that prioritize environmental stewardship, social equity, and economic viability. In a country with diverse landscapes, climates, and socio-economic dynamics, sustainability is not just a goal but a necessity for ensuring the long-term health and resilience of our agricultural systems.
At dawn in Limpopo, Phontsho Mathebola walks between rows of lime trees, checking the irrigation valves that feed them. "Before the limes," says Mathebola, "there were bushes, rocks, trees – nothing. Now we are surrounded by beautiful orchards.
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A stark new national survey has exposed a severe and growing food insecurity crisis in South Africa, with more than 16 million people—over a quarter of the population—struggling to access sufficient and nutritious food. The crisis is hitting female-headed households the hardest.
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According to Stats SA, white-headed households in South Africa earned on average four times more than black-headed households in 2022/23.
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With a miracle plant, an 800,000-hectare challenge and the promise of 100,000 green jobs, South Africa’s thicket restoration has been named a Unep World Restoration Flagship. This overlooked ecosystem is becoming a global model for climate resilience and community revival.
