Introduction Waste management is a concern for the average Malian. In Bamako, the problem is becoming a matter of concern because of the lack of space allocated to refuse dumps, the lack of education about waste management, and the lack of material and financial resources. The banks of the River
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Fortress Conservation and the Perpetuation of Epistemicide in Africa
Introduction Fortress conservation is an environmental preservation approach that advocates for a strict separation between natural areas and human beings. This approach is based on the premise that nature protection is only effective when biodiversity spaces are isolated and monitored, often through the creation of national parks or protected reserves
How Deforestation Impact the Baka Pygmies
Introduction Deforestation poses a significant threat to the Baka Pygmies, an indigenous group residing in the rainforests of Cameroon. For centuries, the Baka have lived in harmony with their forest environment, relying on it for food, medicine, and cultural practices. However, increasing deforestation driven by logging, agricultural expansion, and industrial
Seed Guardians: Women’s Role in Preserving Local Varieties
Introduction Women are the backbone of agriculture and seed management, particularly in rural communities where traditional seeds are essential for food security and biodiversity preservation. This reflection examines the role of Congolese women in conserving local seed varieties, highlighting women’s initiatives to collect, preserve, and share these traditional seeds, as
Managing the Natural Resources in the Sahel: Challenges and Opportunities
Introduction According to Wikipedia, a natural resource is a substance, an organism, an environment, or an object, present in nature, without human action, and which is in most cases used to satisfy needs (energy, food, etc.). The management of natural resources in this context of climate change constitutes real challenges
The Role of Nanotechnology in Advancing Renewable Energy in Africa
Introduction As Africa, and the world at large, seek sustainable ways of meeting the increasing energy needs, nanotechnology is emerging as a game-changer in the renewable energy sector. With that cutting-edge technology, being able to manipulate materials at an atomic and molecular level, it could actually change the way we
CO2 Capture: A Crucial Solution for Mitigating Climate Change
Climate change, fuelled by rising greenhouse gas emissions, represents one of the most pressing challenges of our time. Carbon dioxide (CO2) is largely responsible for this imminent threat. In this context, CO2 capture is positioned as a crucial solution for mitigating greenhouse gas levels in the atmosphere. This technology, also
Biosorption: Green Solution for Environmental Cleanup
Introduction The planet faces increasing challenges from industrial pollution and improper waste management. Scientists are turning to nature for sustainable solutions as conventional methods are introducing more harmful heavy chemicals into the ecosystem. The innovative method that gained attention is Biosorption, which uses natural, biological materials to absorb heavy metal
What the boom of E-bikes means for Kenya and the rest of Africa
Introduction Nairobi is full of electric bikes, with thousands around the city and many new companies focused on electric vehicles. Last year, Uber launched its first electric bike service in Nairobi, Africa. In just the first half of this year, the number of electric vehicles in Kenya tripled. Other African
The Need for a Rural Water Watch Initiative
“Pure and life-giving as it is, water doesn’t just appear; you have to go to it, and then there’s no guarantee it will be there when you need it,” Jeffries Bay writer Lindy Stiebel once said. Most of the Eastern Cape’s 1.5 million people live below the poverty line. In