South Africa in the late 1800s planted millions of Australian acacias to stabilise sand dunes, but today scientists say they're draining rivers and replacing native ecosystems

Across South Africa, an environmental crisis began with a plan over a century ago. By bringing in fast-growing trees from Australia to stop shifting sand dunes and supply wood for a growing nation, early managers accidentally upset a delicate natural balance.

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