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An introduction to microfinance
WHAT IS MICROFINANCE?
Microfinance is a type of banking service offered to people who normally have no access to finance. …
Key considerations for anyone planting trees
Trees give lots of useful products like firewood, fodder for animals and timber. Different trees give different products and grow …
Key facts about the GERD – the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam
Hydropower uses moving water to generate electricity. In Ethiopia, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is currently being constructed. It …
Types of sharks found in Africa
Sharks are among the oldest species on the planet. The oldest sharks lived over 420 million years ago. This was …
An introduction to air pollution
WHAT IS AIR POLLUTION?
Air pollution is when the air becomes too dirty. This happens when gases and fumes that …
Ways to maintain good soil health
More efficient use of water and improvements in soil health can lead to average crop yield increases of 79%.
Healthy …
Endemic animals of Africa
Endemism. An endemic animal or plant is one that is only found in a certain region or island. Endemic animals …
African fables and folktales
Fables and folktales are stories full of wisdom. They often teach a moral lesson. These stories are passed down from …
The energy crisis: food vs. fuel
WHAT IS THE ENERGY CRISIS?
The energy crisis refers to any period of time when there is a difficulty in …