Tagged as: environment

The Effects of Load shedding on Food Production in South Africa

Introduction Load shedding is South Africa’s struggle with the supply and demand of electricity, in which the demand outweighs the supply. In response, Eskom, a South African government-owned entity tasked with the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, switches off electricity to manage the burden on the electricity power grid. This is managed according to a

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Recycling companies in Africa: sustainability and employment opportunities

Introduction: Africa faces major environmental challenges, such as air and water pollution, waste management, and deforestation. However, these challenges also offer opportunities for recycling and waste management companies. Recycling businesses can help reduce waste, protect the environment, and create sustainable jobs. Benefits and challenges : The benefits of setting up

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BOBO-DIOULASSO: NON-BIODEGRADABLE PLASTIC BAGS DEGRADE THE ENVIRONMENT

Introduction :  Bobo-Dioulasso, the economic capital of Burkina Faso, is being transformed into a veritable landfill, toxifying the environment; an issue that requires particular attention given the strategic location of the city.   Poor management of plastic bags Commonly called the town of Sya, Bobo-Dioulasso has yet to reach the

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BOGS: The Earth’s Carbon Stock

Introduction A bog is a natural environment poor in oxygen, made up of peat and water. Peat is a soil characterized by its high organic matter content, little or no decomposed. It covers only 3% of the earth’s surface but stores around 550 billion tonnes of carbon. That’s twice as

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THE CHALLENGE OF WOMEN’S ACCESS TO LAND IN BURKINA FASO

INTRODUCTION  The vulnerability of women remains unquestionable, as gender issues persist despite various efforts and achievements. It is in this context that women often encounter numerous prejudices in their quest to access land for productive activities. Therefore, it is legitimate to question: Why do women struggle to access land? What

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Agroecology: The Solution to Agricultural Problems

Introduction In various parts of the world, agriculture is facing several challenges (soil degradation, loss of biodiversity, climate change, rural poverty, dependence on chemical inputs, etc.) that are holding back sustainable development. Agroecology has emerged as a promising alternative that aims to reconcile agricultural production with respect for the environment. 

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Climate Change

CLIMATE CHANGE: OUR GENERATION’S BATTLE

INTRODUCTION  Climate change looms as one of the most pressing challenges of our time, truly representing our generation’s battle. It transcends borders, cultures, and individual interests to become a universal imperative that requires a collective response. The signs of climate disruption are now undeniable. Heatwaves reach record levels, extreme weather

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PLASTIC POLLUTION AND RECYCLING

INTRODUCTION  Plastic has become omnipresent in our everyday lives, used for packaging our food, making our electronic devices, and more. Plastic pollution, commonly referred to as “plastic pollution,” results from the accumulation of plastic waste in our environment. It has detrimental consequences for the Earth, oceans, seas, and rivers, affecting

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