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07/08/2026

South Africa has secured Chinese backing for a $122 billion energy investment pipeline as it seeks to expand electricity infrastructure, attract manufacturers and rebuild its industrial base

07/08/2026

Residents in Durban face ongoing water supply challenges, prompting Councillor Samier Singh to propose a public dashboard for real-time updates on outages and repairs

07/08/2026

Driving an electric-powered car is generally about 60% to 70% cheaper than using a similar petrol or diesel model.

07/08/2026

07/08/2026

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01/08/2026

💧🌿 Harvest Every Drop of Rain with a Simple Multi-Barrel System! 🌧️🏡

Why let thousands of gallons of rainwater go to waste?
A connected rain barrel system is an easy, eco-friendly way to collect water for your garden while lowering your water bill and making your home more sustainable.

🌱 Why This Setup Works
💧 Multiple barrels dramatically increase your storage capacity.
🌧️ Connected pipes distribute water evenly across all barrels.
🚰 Elevated barrels make filling watering cans quick and easy.
🌿 Perfect for watering vegetables, flowers, trees, and lawns.
♻️ Reduces stormwater runoff and makes the most of every rainfall.

💡 Tips for Success
✅ Install a leaf screen or first-flush diverter to keep debris out.
✅ Place barrels on sturdy blocks for better water pressure.
✅ Use sealed lids to help reduce mosquitoes and algae growth.
✅ Add an overflow outlet to safely direct excess water during heavy rain.
✅ Drain or winterize the system if you live in freezing climates.
Collecting rainwater is one of the simplest upgrades you can make for a greener, more resilient garden—and every storm becomes a free source of irrigation!

💬 How many rain barrels would you install—one, three, or a whole row like this? 🌧️👇

01/08/2026

Opinion: Recent financial information presented to eThekwini Municipality's Finance Committee raises serious concerns regarding the city's fiscal sustainability and its capacity to maintain acceptable levels of service delivery in the medium to long ter, writes Dr Jonathan Annipen.

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01/08/2026

Two South African high schools and women from their surrounding communities will learn to grow vegetables sustainably, thanks to a tailor-made solar-powered vertical hydroponic system that requires no soil, recycles water and is emission-free.

01/08/2026