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The South African government has failed to reverse the decline in smallholder farming that began during apartheid. A different approach is needed to support smallholder livelihoods.
The majestic white shark that once drew many tourists to South Africa’s Western and Southern Cape regions has all but disappeared - and the only explanation can be a sharp decline in the population.
There’s been an increase in the amount of runoff generated from rainfall as land is altered by settlement and deforestation.
Because waste pickers go through trash and leave behind everything without value, they know better than anyone which plastics should be eliminated.
The first dedicated scientific surveys have confirmed the presence of blue whales in Seychelles.
African governments must acknowledge the universal right to diverse and nutritious food if they are to end malnutrition. Five projects show how this can be done.
Africa’s great wildebeest migrations are being disrupted by roads, cities and agriculture.
Coastal fishing communities in west Africa face increased poverty as fish stocks decline.
The strategy aims to conserve biodiversity while also contributing to the creation of jobs and economic growth.
The level of microplastic pollution in Osun River may be the highest in the world. Banning single-use plastics may help.
Conservation strategies should promote equitable benefits across communities.
Mycotoxins contamination causes health issues. Paying attention to storage of agricultural produce can save many lives.
Conservation of biodiversity is in the hands of humans but artificial intelligence can help guide decisions.
Pangolins are among the most trafficked and poached mammals in the world.
Zoo-based research can teach us about the needs of animals in our care.
Nigeria’s forest resources have dwindled and are in danger of disappearing in a few decades if nothing is done to save them.
Water can make you ill for two reasons: it can contain toxic chemicals or pathogenic organisms.
Plastic tax would work better than a ban in Lagos, Nigeria.
Forest elephants are endangered in Nigeria. Habitat protection, community awareness campaigns, research and stronger regulations could save them from going extinct.
Projections show that there’ll be Indian Ocean dipoles in the future – and that means more rainy days, and more extreme rainfall.
Dust and traffic pollution add to the health hazard posed by some cooking fuels.
The sachet alcoholic drinks ban in Nigeria can curb youth alcohol consumption. But government must improve enforcement and awareness strategies for success.
The study shows that bird mothers can adjust egg size depending on their social conditions. This counters the idea that, with more help, mothers lay smaller eggs.
In African coastal communities, traditional knowledge helps residents to anticipate and prepare for potential flooding events.