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The International Union for Conservation of Nature has made two big decisions related to the conservation of the African elephant.
Madagascar stands out as an exceptionally interesting place in which to study the evolution of "mini" creatures. And we are only just starting to scratch the surface of this.
Nairobi harbours all the ingredients for zoonotic spillover to occur between animals and people, particularly in the most densely populated areas of the city.
The COVID-19 pandemic risks reversing progress made to increase access to affordable, reliable and sustainable domestic energy sources in Kenya.
African city planners need to promote inclusive cities where residents are not captive walkers but walk because it is accessible, safe and pleasurable to do so.
Given the ever increasing importance of coordinated management Ethiopia, Sudan, and Egypt should manage all dams through the Nile Basin Commission.
Dam politics have resurfaced in Africa as the continent's urban population grows.
Rural migrant farmers are bearing the brunt of climate change in Ghana
Giraffe numbers have plummeted from an estimated 150,000 in 1985 to fewer than 100,000 today.
Debates centred on the role of recreational hunting in supporting nature conservation and local people’s livelihoods are among the most polarising in conservation today.
Attempts to formalise charcoal production have been largely unsuccessful.
Demand for charcoal continues to increase in Kenya, it's vital that the sector is better governed
Nigeria's religious leaders can shape the environmental worldviews and behaviour of their congregations
Africa's key to future food-nutrition security may depend on the untapped potential of indigenous fruit trees.
When natural habitats are isolated it means species are less able to migrate, leading to less genetic variation and species diversity.
Forest rangers were subjected to occupational violence by their employers. This in turn can provoke a violent reaction to illegal activities, resulting in violent policing tendencies.
In Gabon's Lopé National Park, between 1986 and 2018, there's been a massive collapse in tree fruiting events.
Evidence shows that farms that share landscapes with wild nature, such as remnant forests and trees, benefit from the ecosystem services provided.
Despite being highly affected by a changing climate, Uganda's Batwa community lack voice, agency and influence in climate adaptation planning and actions.
Different energy technologies should be explored in Ghana to enhance clean fuel use.
When a pandemic hits, questions that immediately arise include what impact there will be on public health, the economy and other aspects of society. Another set of questions involves response priorities…
To improve the security of park guards and other people, it is crucial to mitigate park-people conflicts and tackle armed groups.
Compensation for losses from wildlife is an increasingly popular conservation intervention. However, a recent review cautions its use.
The best way to reduce the threat to eagles is to locate turbines away from areas that are most often used by the birds.