The Southern African Science Service Centre for Climate Change and Adaptive Land Management (SASSCAL) marked a major achievement last week with the successful hosting of...
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Empowering Communities to Protect Migratory Birds: A Regional Approach to Wetland Conservation
Windhoek This World Migratory Bird Day, the focus is on how cities and communities can become more bird-friendly. With the theme “Shared Spaces: Creating Bird-Friendly...
Press Statement: World Migratory Bird Day – 10 May 2025
World Migratory Bird Day – 10 May 2025 Theme: “Shared Spaces: Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Communities” As we commemorate World Migratory Bird Day this year,...
Earth Day 2025: Harnessing the Power of Science to Protect Our Planet’s Wetlands
SASSCAL’s WeMAST Project Turns Data Into Action for Southern Africa’s Vital Wetlands In the heart of Southern Africa, where winding rivers meet grasslands and wetlands...
World Earth Day 2025 Statement by the Executive Director of SASSCAL
Theme: “Our Power, Our Planet” Today, on World Earth Day 2025, we join the global community in celebrating the power we hold—collectively and individually—to safeguard...
Earth Day and Wetlands Management: A Vital Connection for a Sustainable Future
As Earth Day rolls around each year in the month of April, millions of people across the globe come together to raise awareness about environmental...
The Essence of User Engagement in the WeMAST Project: A Collaborative Approach to Sustainable Wetland Monitoring in Southern Africa
In the heart of southern Africa, where wetlands are vital to both the environment and local communities, a significant initiative was born to enhance the...
World Water Day 2025 Statement by-Dr Budzanani Tacheba (SASSCAL interim Executive Director)
March 22, 2025 On this World Water Day, under the theme “Glacier Preservation,” we are reminded of the critical importance of protecting our water resources,...
SASSCAL Hosts Productive Meeting with Technical Partners to Finalize WeMAST Project Plans
The Southern African Science Service Centre for Climate Change and Adaptive Land Management (SASSCAL) hosted a highly successful virtual meeting with its technical partners, aimed...
Building Capacity for Wetland Conservation: The WeMAST Project’s Impact
Wetlands, often overshadowed by other ecosystems in environmental conservation efforts, are the unsung heroes of the natural world. These vital ecosystems provide essential services to...