October 04
Africa: Are We Losing Tree Species Before We Even Find Them?
For more than 17 years, Alice Muchugi has led the Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry (CIFOR-ICRAF) program on tree genetic resources. The… Read more »
October 03
Africa: Is Crop Diversity Our Lifeline Against The Climate Crisis?
Crop diversity presents an opportunity to address some of the most pressing issues Africa faces today, such as climate impacts, biodiversity loss, and land degradation. Read more »
South Africa: Gauteng Faces Looming Water Disaster - South African News Briefs - October 3, 2024
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September 29
Kenya: Unjust Laws Threaten Traditional Seed Practices
In the past decade, Francis Ngiri has taken pride in conserving seeds - a responsibility he holds dear. Read more »
September 30
Kenya: Sowing Seeds of Change on Rocky Land - A Farmer's Inspiring Journey
"Initially, we believed nothing could come from this rocky land, but now we're successfully growing crops and preserving our seeds in a community seed bank." Read more »
Africa: The 'Forgotten Crops' that Can Save Our Food System
Neglected crops are among the underappreciated solutions for alleviating Africa's food and climate crises. Read more »
Africa: We Know That The Status Quo is Not Working for Africa - COP29 CEO
The COP29 summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, is expected to lay the groundwork for a new climate finance target. Read more »
South Africa: 21-Year-Old Arrested for Drug Smuggling - South African News Briefs - September 30, 2024
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September 24
Senegal: Decomposing Bodies Found on Boat Off Dakar Coast
On September 22, 2024, the discovery of a dug-out canoe with at least 30 bodies was made off the coast about 70km from Dakar. The national navy was informed and Immediately… Read more »
September 20
South Africa: Former Eskom Contractor Extradited for Kusile Fraud - South African News Briefs - September 20, 2024
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September 18
Nigeria: Actress Turns Spotlight on Nigeria's Nutrition Crisis
"I want to leave a legacy of having to be someone who championed good causes." Read more »
September 11
Zambia: Zambia Latest African Nation to Join UN Water Convention
Zambia has joined the UN Water Convention to improve water management within and across its borders in response to severe drought and ongoing water scarcity, the UN has announced. Read more »
September 09
Africa: Is Wild Wheat The Unsung Hero in the Fight Against Global Warming?
Wild relatives of wheat, humanity's most widely grown crop, could provide a solution to adapting to the climate crisis. Read more »
South Africa: Man Arrested for Mine Access via House Floor - South African News Briefs - September 09, 2024
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August 29
Namibia: Why Is Namibia Going to Kill its Endangered Desert Elephants?
Namibia intends to "cull" 21 elephants in the dry north-west of the country where a small population of desert elephants roam Read more »
August 15
South Africa: Water Cut Off at 23 Schools Amid Debt Crisis - South African News Briefs - August 15, 2024
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August 12
Botswana: Sharp Spike in Elephant Poaching - 'Someone is Dropping the Ball Here'
There has been a dramatic increase in elephant poaching in northern Botswana, with little official concern about reports of the poaching. An aerial survey in July revealed 19… Read more »
August 05
South Africa: Suspected Water Contamination Leaves Fleurhof Taps Dry - South African News Briefs - August 05, 2024
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July 27
Africa: Sustaining Africa's Future Through Conservation
In Africa, majority of the population relies on natural resources for their livelihoods. This makes it crucial to reflect on the intricate relationship between the health of our… Read more »
July 16
Cote d'Ivoire: Cote d'Ivoire Becomes 10th African Nation to Join UN Water Convention
Côte d'Ivoire has joined the United Nations Water Convention – a treaty to improve joint water management across borders, the UN Economic Commission for Europe said… Read more »
July 12
South Africa: Flooding in Western Cape Halts Train Services, Closes Clinics
Various train services have been suspended due to flooding in the Western Cape, reports News24. Read more »
July 11
South Africa: Raw Sewage Blamed for High Bacteria Levels at Durban Beaches - South African News Briefs - July 11, 2024
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July 09
South Africa: Western Cape Braces for Storm as Schools Reopen
A storm surge and wind speeds of up to 70km/h are expected to cause significant disruption as thousands of students return to school, according to IOL. Traffic officials are… Read more »
July 08
South Africa: Cold Fronts Bring Wind, Rain and Snow to South Africa - South African News Briefs - July 08, 2024
Warnings as Cold Fronts Batter South Africa Read more »
July 03
South Africa: Cape Town Braces for Wet, Windy Weather - South African News Briefs - July 03, 2024
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