Trees give lots of useful products like firewood, fodder for animals and timber. Different trees give different products and grow …
Environment
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 …
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 …
Examples of useful trees found in Africa
These examples are not suggestions of what to plant if they don’t already grow in your area. They are just …
The dangerous lands of the Skeleton Coast
Described as ‘the Gates of Hell’ by sailors, the Skeleton Coast is one of the most extreme environments in Africa. …
Deforestation and its consequences on global warming
WHAT IS CLIMATE CHANGE?
Carbon dioxide is a gas which is in the air. It lets heat from the sun …