Waves in MPAs: Annual Forum & Establishment of South African Marine Protected Area Network
It is no doubt that much has changed over the past year, from working from home to attending training, meetings, and workshops online. The same can be said about the MPA (Marine Protected Area) Forum held in December 2020. The 2020 MPA Forum, although done online, did not disappoint. It came at the right time, […]
World Tuna Day – Choose Green!
Did you know that there are 5 tuna species on the WWF-SASSI list? But, not all tuna is sustainable. This means that you need to ask 3 questions when purchasing your tinned tuna or fish dish: What species is it? How was it caught? Where it is from? Yellowfin tuna and Albacore Tuna caught in […]
Launching the 2019 WWF-SASSI Retailer/Supplier Participation Scheme Report!
Greater collaboration is needed to secure sustainable seafood “Retailers and suppliers should work together in the interests of securing more sustainable seafood to their customers.” This is one of the key messages in the latest WWF South Africa’s Sustainable Seafood Initiative (WWF SASSI) Retailer/Supplier Participation Scheme report which was released this week. The sixth report, […]
16 years of WWF-SASSI
The high strung year of 2020 commemorates the 16 year journey of the WWF Southern African Sustainable Seafood Initiative (SASSI) programme, launched in 2004. You could call it our sweet 16 celebration. The idea of turning 16 should be an exciting chapter for many. Similarly this is a turning point for SASSI as we sail […]
A snapshot of climate change impacts on South Africa’s oceans
Our oceans are just as valuable as the species that depend on them and have absorbed approximately 28% of the carbon dioxide emitted through human activities and more than 90% of the added heat since the 19th century. This system is critical to our survival yet our oceans are changing right on our doorstep. To […]
The culinary industry – Is it all doom and gloom?
The industry that provides food, wine, entertainment and most importantly togetherness was on standstill during the lockdown. Who would have thought that could happen? Not being able to get your favourite meal or enjoy the company of friends and family. As the South African Sustainable Seafood Initiative (SASSI) we did feel and see the impact […]
The 2020 WWF-SASSI Trailblazer Chefs
The year 2020 commemorates the 16 year journey of the SASSI programme which has become a popular household name across SA. This has been achieved by building knowledge about seafood species and collectively working with consumers, chefs, restaurants, retailers/supplier and fisheries to fundamentally shift attitudes towards understanding the complex issue of seafood sustainability and drive informed […]
Updates to the SASSI list!
In a world where adapt or die is key, the Southern African Sustainable Seafood Initiative (SASSI) has managed to adapt to changing times and information. As SASSI is based on rigorous science that is subject to change with new information, it is important to that we as SASSI keep up with those changes and update […]
Community based eco-tourism
Eco-tourism can be used as a tool to motivate for responsible visits to natural areas that maintain the integrity of the ecosystem while producing economic benefits for local communities and thereby championing conservation. Training of community members to be eco-tour guides will not only empower them but also inspire the community to take better care […]
Climate change impacts on South Africa’s small scale fishers and popular linefish species
Changes in the oceans have impacted marine ecosystems and negative impacts of climate change are expected for food security, local cultures and livelihoods. These impacts on ecosystem services already have negative consequences for the health and well-being of indigenous people and local communities dependent on fisheries. WWF South Africa was part of research and a […]