Hydropower uses moving water to generate electricity. As a continent rich in lakes and rivers, Africa has great hydropower potential. Tapping into this potential could lead to great developments. Using this renewable source of energy would mean cleaner and cheaper energy for the continent. There are some signs that certain
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Soil erosion – its consequences and how it can be identified
40% of soil in Africa is degraded and susceptible to erosion WHAT IS SOIL EROSION? Soil erosion is the removal of the top layers of surface soil from an area through the actions of water or the wind. This process is occurring all the time at a slow rate but
Recycling tips – how to make yarn from plastic bags
HOW TO USE OLD PLASTIC BAGS Old plastic carrier bags can be used to make yarn. This yarn can then be used to knit with if you have no wool. All that you need is some old plastic bags and some knitting needles. Once you have made the yarn you
The harmful consequences of poaching
PHILIPPA SUMNER In Africa poaching is sadly a common occurrence. Poaching is the illegal hunting or capturing of wild animals. All animals, including humans, have come from the same ancestor. All animals are of equal importance in the world. We cannot function without animals. Animals cannot function without humans. Just
Solar home systems: off-grid solar power
ALESSANDRA MARTORANA Solar Home Systems are one type of solar power product that can bring electric power to African’s who are currently unable to connect to the electricity grid. They have outputs of up to 250W and involve a rooftop solar panel along with several different parts. Solar Home Systems
The consequences of hazardous waste and its treatment
LUCY CLAY WHAT IS HAZARDOUS WASTE? Hazardous wastes are poisonous forms of waste. They can be byproducts of manufacturing and farming. They can also come from the house. The waste can be liquid, solid or gaseous. It comes from old batteries, old paint or electrical goods. These have to be
The impact of storms and flooding in Africa
THE IMPACT OF STORMS AND FLOODING IN AFRICA Flooding occurs when a body of water (such as a river or lake) overflows onto dry land. This is normally caused by periods of high rainfall. Floods can cause a lot of damage to land and buildings. They can also be very
Wildlife tourism and what it means for Africa
WHAT IS TOURISM? The definition of tourism is the business of providing entertainment, transport or places to stay for someone who is on holiday. A tourist can be someone who comes from a different country, or just a different town. TOURISM IN AFRICA Tourism is hugely important in Africa. Beaches,
Recycling and helping the world: how we can reuse old cans
LUCY CLAY HOW TO REUSE OLD CANS Old cans are really bad for the environment because they take over 500 years to break down. Humans throw away 200 billion cans every year! This is enough to reach to the moon and back 16 times a year. The number of cans
Waste in cities and what we can do to help
LUCY CLAY WASTE IN CITIES Waste in cities is becoming a big problem. Cities in Sub-Saharan Africa are growing very quickly. Between 2010 and 2035 the number of people in cities will more than double. By the middle of the century more than 1 billion people will live in urban