Compost is decayed material (fruit and vegetable waste) that is used as a fertiliser. When you put compost on plants …
Environment
Drought and its impact on Africa
WHAT IS A DROUGHT?
A drought is a period of low rainfall in a certain region or area. Such periods …
The place of insects in our ecosystem
We don’t often think about insects. They are small and fly around very fast. They can be annoying when they …
The current state of hydropower in Africa
Hydropower uses moving water to generate electricity. As a continent rich in lakes and rivers, Africa has great hydropower potential. …
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 …
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 …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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 …