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Kelp – South Africa's Golden Forests

University and General Public

Journey to South Africa’s Western coastline, and catch a glimpse of a unique forest not many know about. The film sheds light on the multitude of values around the Great African Seaforest, and the many contributions it provides - as a harvested resource that supports multiple livelihoods, to the sense of peace kelp forests imbue into those lucky enough to dive through. In an era of increasing climate change, this short film makes a case for the sustainable management of these golden underwater forests as a space of deep natural heritage, touching upon aspects of conservation, livelihoods, race, and culture.
 

  • Categories Ecology and Environment

  • Director Akshata Mehta
  • Produced by Akshata Mehta, iKraal Studios, BlueConnect: Blue growth opportunities in changing kelp forests (SANOCEAN Project Number 287191 funded through the South African National Research Foundation and Norwegian Research Council)
  • Running Time 14 minutes
  • Country South Africa
  • Year 2022

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