EconomicsThursday, August 27, 2026Mongabay
South Africa’s new gold rush: Big money, high stakes in emerging spekboom restoration sector
South Africa is experiencing a burgeoning industry centered around the restoration of spekboom ecosystems, which holds significant financial potential and ecological benefits. This new focus on spekboom restoration presents both opportunities for investment and challenges related to sustainable practices and biodiversity conservation. Policymakers and activists should monitor this emerging sector to leverage its economic benefits while ensuring environmental integrity.
