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Weevil Species Released Into The Crocodile River To Combat Invasive Alien Aquatic Plant - The Bulrushes

Cape Town – The South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity (NRF-SAIAB), a research facility of the National Research Foundation (NRF), plays an important role in the conservation of the country’s biodiversity. In an effort to combat the growing threat of the invasive alien plant Salvinia minima to South Africa’s freshwater ecosystems, the Department of Science, Technology, and Innovation (DSTI)/NRF-SAIAB SARChI Chair in Biological Control …

Weevil released to combat Hartbeespoort Dam hyacinth invasion

Weevils to rid Hartbeespoort Dam of invasive water hyacinth In a renewed effort to tackle the persistent water hyacinth infestation at Hartbeespoort Dam, the South African Department of Water and Sanitation, in collaboration with Rhodes University’s Centre for Biological Control (CBC), has introduced weevils into the water. According to a statement, Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister, Sello Seitlholo, today, 17 March 2025, joined Professor Jul…

Weevils released to take on invasive plants in Hartebeespoort Dam - SABC News - Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa's news leader.

The Water and Sanitation Department has released Weevil insects to help eradicate the invasive alien water plant in the Hartebeespoort dam water system. The insects were brought in from America as part of a collaboration between the National Research Foundation and Rhodes University. The insects will target Salvinia minima – an invasive alien water plant, native to South America that presents a substantial threat to South Africa’s freshwater eco…

Govt should have focused on ECD: Ramaphosa

By Thapelo Molefe President Cyril Ramaphosa has admitted that the South African government should have prioritised early childhood development when the country became a democracy. Speaking at the Bana Pele 2030 Roadmap Leadership Summit in Johannesburg on Monday, the president acknowledged the delay, but emphasised that it was “better late than never” as the new administration had committed to significantly expanding access to early learning pro…

Patient fees to increase in Gauteng

By Alicia Mmashakana The Gauteng health department has announced revised Uniform Patient Fee Schedule (UPFS) tariffs, which will take effect on 1 April. The adjustments include a 4.4% increase for all patients receiving treatment at state health facilities and 30% hike for major events that require on-site EMS services in compliance with the South African Special Risks Association Act. “The GDoH urges all members of the public who are required t…