by Newsbreak Producer, Hoosen Ebrahim - As South Africa marks National Water Week, the spotlight falls on one of the country's most critical water sources in KwaZulu-Natal – the Upper uThukela catchment. This vital catchment is under severe pressure from invasive alien plants, land degradation, climate change, and the rising demands of a growing population. To tackle these threats head-on, the Upper uThukela Water Fund (UTWF) is rolling out science-driven, nature-based solutions to safeguard water for millions of South Africans. Project Officer at the WILDLANDS Programme, Mbongiseni Shongwe, says these long-term interventions are more than just conservation, but securing the future of the region's water supply in the face of escalating environmental pressures...