Climate Policy, Communication & Networks

Reaching across and synthesizing the work conducted within our three content core themes, this core theme strives to translate and clarify the implications for societal well-being, frame the implementation opportunities, and support the diverse networks active in achieving our objectives.

Currently we have the following projects under this topic:

Developing a model law on soil management in Africa

Developing a model law on soil management in Africa

This project aims to develop a model law on sustainable soil management premised on the literature of African Union (AU) countries to eradicate hunger and poverty, promote food security, combat climate change and enable effective climate adaptation and ultimately reduce political unrest in Africa.
Duration: 2023-2025
Leader: Oliver Ruppel, Prof Guy Midgley

Climate change adaptation in South African freshwater ecosystems

Climate change adaptation in South African freshwater ecosystems

The project aims to guide policy and ensure the resilience of our vulnerable rivers, wetlands and waterways through various approaches. Recommendations for freshwater monitoring and implementation of ecosystems-based adaptation interventions and management practises will be developed, drawing from relevant and evidence-based international and local case studies.
Duration: 2024 – 2025
Leader: Dr. Casey Broom