Tagged as: environment

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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Fish shortage and illegal immigration in Senegal

Shortage in fish on Senegalese coasts: A catalyzing factor in illegal immigration among Senegalese fishermen

Introduction: Fish scarcity along the Senegalese coast is a major problem that has provoked the growth of illegal immigration in Senegal. From traditional fishing to excessive industrial fishing, Senegalese fishermen continue to immigrate to Europe for better prospects for themselves and their families, unfortunately, the journey is often fatal. Fishing

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Environmental Injustice

ENVIRONMENTAL INJUSTICE

 Introduction Our century appears to be one of the epochs in which talks about man and his environment have been central. Yet, it remains a paradox that it is one of the periods which have experienced the deepest anguish and in-ordinate degradation of the environment. We live in an era

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Eco-Friendly

Eco-Friendly Education: Shaping Responsible Humans to Safeguard the Environment

Introduction In the wake of the industrial and technological revolutions that have swept through our societies since the nineteenth century, we find ourselves entrenched in profit-driven consumer cultures. The consequences of these transformations have led to a myriad of environmental threats, primarily attributed to human activity. It is imperative for

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Climate Change

Women on the Frontlines: Battling Environmental Challenges and Climate Change in Senegal

Introduction The position of women facing environmental challenges and change in Senegal is complex and multifaceted, although there have been many notable advances in women’s rights in recent years, notably the adoption of the law on parity in 2010. Senegalese women remain the most vulnerable, but also the first victims

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Plastic Pollution

PLASTIC POLLUTION AND SOLUTIONS TO THE CRISIS

Introduction Scientifically called polymers, plastics of which there are two main families, (thermosets and thermoplastics) are the cause of plastic pollution. Plastic pollution is the destruction or degradation of ecosystems and natural habitats by introducing plastic elements.  The current state of plastic pollution Since 1950, more than 9 billion tons

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