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Onke Ngcuka
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Environmental Journalist, Daily Maverick
Southern Africa
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By Susan Comrie, Onke Ngcuka Verified| Daily Maverick Verified AMABHUNGANE The pesticide industry is pushing back against the government’s ban on chemicals classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic to reproductive health, and is fighting to keep 115 toxic products on the market. Cancer, birth defects or DNA mutations – these are some of the risks of the 346 pesticides the South African government says must be removed from the shelves by June 2025. Don't want to see this?
By Onke Ngcuka Verified| Daily Maverick Verified CLIMATE CRISIS Southern Africa has just emerged from the dry El Niño weather phenomenon, which led Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe to declare national states of disaster over the drought after reduced crop yields. Such a drought would be disastrous in Gauteng, with its water system already experiencing ongoing challenges.
By Susan Comrie, Onke Ngcuka Verified| Daily Maverick Verified AMABHUNGANE The pesticide industry is pushing back against the government’s ban on chemicals classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic to reproductive health, and is fighting to keep 115 toxic products on the market. Cancer, birth defects or DNA mutations – these are some of the risks of the 346 pesticides the South African government says must be removed from the shelves by June 2025. Don't want to see this?
Company Info
Daily Maverick
Daily Maverick is an independent online news publication and weekly print newspaper based in South Africa. Founded in 2009 by Branko Brkic and Styli Charalambous, it is known for its investigative journalism, analysis, and opinion pieces. The publication aims to inform readers about critical national and global issues while defending truth. Daily Maverick offers daily online news coverage and a weekly print edition called DM168, which features in-depth reporting on politics, economics, and social justice. The organization also produces podcasts, documentaries, and hosts live events to foster public discourse. It has created over 120 jobs, focusing on permanent roles in the media sector. The business model includes a membership program, philanthropic grants, corporate sponsorships, and event income, ensuring its sustainability and resilience in the market. Daily Maverick targets readers who value reliable journalism and supports its mission through community-driven funding.
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Founded: 2009