We encourage South Africans to join our efforts in protecting South Africa's Greenspaces especially our Mangrove Forests. Human impact such as dredging, filling, water pollution from herbicides and coastal developments have all lead to mangrove erosion and habitat destruction. When mangrove forests are cleared and destroyed, they release massive amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change.

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Their above-ground roots slow down water flows and encourage sediment deposits that reduce coastal erosion. The complex mangrove root systems filter nitrates, phosphates and other pollutants from the water, improving the water quality flowing from rivers and streams into the estuarine and ocean environment.

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Mangroves, seagrass beds, and coral reefs are often found together and work in concert. The trees trap sediment and pollutants that would otherwise flow out to sea. Seagrass beds provide a further barrier to silt and mud that could smother the reefs. In return, the reefs protect the seagrass beds and mangroves from strong ocean waves. Without mangroves, this incredibly productive ecosystem would collapse. 

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Mangroves form the foundation of highly productive and biologically rich ecosystems; providing a home, nursery and feeding ground for a wide range of species.

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It is estimated that  during the past three decades 8,600 square kilometers of mangrove forests have  disappeared We cannot afford to lose our Greenspaces. Losing mangroves will result in a loss of biodiversity.   

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