East African countries, such as Kenya, have been subject to a particularly extreme drought in recent weeks. Droughts like this …
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How can Environmental Action Help Increase Life Expectancy in Africa?
Introduction
In many parts of Sub-Saharan Africa, environmental concerns are of low priority for both
governments and the public. This …
Plastic Waste in South Africa: Economic Opportunity or Environmental Catastrophe ?
Introduction
South Africa recently announced that it intends to import more plastic waste. Some countries choose to import plastic waste …
HAS THE TIME FOR NEW OIL INVESTMENT IN AFRICA PASSED?
INTRODUCTION
At the beginning of February 2022, Uganda announced a $10 billion investment in a new oil field. This was …
THE IMPACT OF CHINA ON THE ZIMBABWEAN ENVIRONMENT
INTRODUCTION
In 2018, Zimbabwe and China became official ‘strategic partners’. China provides a source of credit and investment that is …