South+Africa-DNZL-2010


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[|National Water Ammendment Bill]

This water bill shows how strictly conservative the government is with their water supply, yet there is still a water shortage. People who have gained or had access to water two years or less prior tho the bill may still use their water source. It goes on to explain the long processes of appealing for water use, and how one may be granted access to water.

[|Briefing notes on South Africa]

Chemical, energy production, and industrialization are affecting the environment. This is a brief overview of all the main environmental issues in South Africa. Biodiversity (here) is presented by listing the species South africa has living in it. It goes on to explain the water issues, and how that affects everyday life.

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[|South Africa Drought]
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[|Global Food Crisis Addressed]

The WFP (world food program) had a summit meeting, and addressed the food crisis. South africa has been busy looking for solutions, so the people there would be able to afford food, and make a living. Food prices are increasing drastically, and soon, the average South African may not be able to afford even a small amount of food. The food crisis may create issues like stress and the inability to work. This may cause companies to close, putting people out of their jobs.

[|South Africa: Dept Warns of Rhino Poaching Increase]

Poaching in winter months has grown in popularity because of all the festivals. Rhinos have been the main target of poaching. The government now has a phone number for South Africans to call as a "tip line," in hope to decrease poaching rates. 310 or more rhinos have been killed illegally by villagers this year. The rhino represents the wildlife of South Africa. If wildlife were to be destroyed, South Africa's tourism rates would fall, and the country would not make as much (or lose) money.

[|Some Problems of Urbanization in South Africa]

As a result of deforestation, urbanization has occurred. It is estimated that South Africa is the "most urbanized and industrialized country on the continent." In fact, the census revealed that most South Africans live in urban areas, as opposed to the country (or rural areas).