SA is reaping the whirlwind after ignoring warnings of climate change, scientists say

Spending with immediate visible benefit gets priority over investment in infrastructure and maintenance

17 April 2022 - 00:02

By GILL GIFFORD, NIVASHNI NAIR and SUTHENTIRA GOVENDER

Extreme weather like the catastrophic floods that hit KwaZulu-Natal is becoming increasingly common in SA because of climate change, and the country's aging infrastructure can't cope.

This article is reserved for Sunday Times subscribers.

A subscription gives you full digital access to all Sunday Times content.

Please visit SundayTimes.co.za in your desktop to view our latest subscription options.

Already subscribed? Simply sign in below.

Questions or problems? Email helpdesk@timeslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00.