OPINION | Global warming is here, it is no longer a thing of the future

comes into play when looking at the resilience of people to withstand extreme changes in weather. The worst affected in disasters such as the recent flooding in KwaZulu-Natal and the northern areas of the Eastern Cape are some of the most vulnerable members of our society. It is often painful to witness the burial of entire families such as theEvidently, the government is not properly prepared for devastations such as those recent in the eastern region of the country.

The government needs to put in place sustainability and green policies as a form of future protection and insurance for South Africa and its people. As we help and rebuild with those devastated by the KwaZulu-Natal floods, may we be forward thinking to prevent similar problems in future. As a pioneering region in Africa, South Africa’s green policy initiatives and disaster protocols would provide important foundations in terms of development for her neighbours and other nations on the continent that are susceptible to disasters and famines caused by changing climatic conditions.

Batlhalifi Nkgothoe is a lecturer and research assistant in the sociology and anthropology department at Nelson Mandela University. The views expressed are those of the author and do not reflect the official policy or position of the Mail & Guardian

South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Citadel Global advises businesses to find the right partner to ensure effective cash management‘A company such as ours helps a business cut through the noise, with a clear and concise description of the terms and conditions of specific products, as well as their tax implications,’ says Citadel Global director Bianca Botes.
Source: Moneyweb - 🏆 5. / 77 Read more »

Global food crisis: fears grow that Russian blockade may unleash famine – The CitizenGrain in Ukraine could rot as people around the world are left hungry.
Source: TheCitizen_News - 🏆 6. / 75 Read more »

IMF warns against global economic fragmentation from Ukraine warThe International Monetary Fund warned against global economic fragmentation as a consequence of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, saying that undoing decades of integration will make the world poorer and more dangerous.
Source: BusinessTechSA - 🏆 24. / 61 Read more »

Global elites return to Davos under Ukraine storm
Source: ewnupdates - 🏆 30. / 53 Read more »

Old Mutual prefers SA shares, says global equities are still too expensive | Fin24Old Mutual Investment Group warns the rising inflation will be a drag on global equity returns. Meanwhile, SA Inc stocks are 'almost guaranteed to deliver a good real return'.
Source: Fin24 - 🏆 21. / 63 Read more »

NICD warns SA travellers to be cautious amid global monkeypox outbreak – The CitizenNo cases reported in South Africa yet. Genital lesions 'a unique aspect' of this outbreak. Only those fully vaccinated for covid19 are getting it why? What does be cautious mean? What is the action that follows when you say be cautious? Fear & worry is what you're selling here
Source: TheCitizen_News - 🏆 6. / 75 Read more »