These examples are not suggestions of what to plant if they don’t already grow in your area. They are just …
Environment
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 …
Renewable energy in Cape Verde – a model for us all
In recent years, there has been a clear move to renewables. This is because they are often cheaper and cleaner …
African Landscapes: Savannas and Threats to their Future
Africa is one of the most varied continents on the planet. There is nowhere else quite like Africa on earth. …
Making businesses from waste
Waste is becoming a very big problem across the world. Africa makes 70 million tonnes of waste every year. By …
The benefits of growing trees and crops together
Trees can produce useful things like firewood, food for animals, material for building and natural fibres. However, areas where trees …
The advantages and disadvantages of hydropower
Hydropower uses the power of moving water to generate electricity and currently contributes towards 20% of global electricity. It is …
The benefits of good soil health
Soil is an important resource that is useful to us in many different ways. It is central to successful farming …
The benefits of composting
Compost is decayed material (fruit and vegetable waste) that is used as a fertiliser. When you put compost on plants …