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In richer countries, the socio-economic impact of invasive species can be tackled through technology or adaptive behaviour. But this isn’t the case in poor countries.
A new report will supply some information needed for science based conservation measures in the Red Sea.
For South Africa decommissioning its nuclear plant Koeberg is a reality that cannot be ignored much longer.
Cape Town’s new water map shows users who are within the water restriction limit.
A drought levy is being proposed for water scarce Cape Town. The levy is facing wide opposition and there are claims it’s punitive and punishes those trying to save water.
To achieve universal energy access by 2030, the UN says Senegal must double its electrification rate.
Many countries in eastern and southern Africa rely on hydropower for electricity generation and there are plans for several more dams.
There were some African food security initiatives from 2017 that deserve a special mention for the precedent they set.
Interactions between sharks and humans happen in a variety of places. That means reducing conflict needs different interventions.
While India struggles for answers to its urban air pollution crisis, Beijing is moving forward with strong resolve and effective policy.
It is extremely important to monitor local seismic activity before fracking starts to avoid causing harm.
Policymakers need to proceed with caution when it comes to legalising rhino horn as it could be a high risk strategy.
Findings from several scientific studies show the real impact of Rwanda’s agricultural policies and the challenges it faces.
The water crisis in South Africa’s Cape Town teaches us there’s more at play than just rainfall. Disasters like droughts means the issue must be seen from many different perspectives, like politics.
African countries, like Nigeria and Ethiopia, increased their food production using a system-wide approach, and not the traditional reliance on isolated projects.
South Africa has problems with hunger and obesity and both are linked to malnutrition. But solutions like taxes, education, regulating food advertising and labelling can help the problem.
Water is increasingly becoming scarce as the climate changes. There are four changes that cities can make to adapt to water scarcity.
Social ties between Lake Victoria’s fisherfolk are critical for gaining access to credit, employment, maintaining reliable and skilled labour and access to markets.
Even if the nuclear plan can be massaged in South African President Jacob Zuma’s interests, it won’t be enough to ensure the deal goes through.
Reptiles add socioeconomic value but when it comes to accessing detailed reference information about them, students and naturalists can face serious challenges.
A vulnerability map could help assess the risks associated with fracking and groundwater which around 300 towns depend on in South Africa’s Karoo.
Pollination in South Africa’s ecosystems is extremely complex. However new advances such as pollen metabarcoding help us understand interactions between pollinators and pollen.
South African President Jacob Zuma’s efforts to promote his unpopular nuclear project are weakening him politically but he still seems keen to pursue it.
There are a number of myths surrounding Cape Town’s drought, one of them being that the city saw the crisis coming but didn’t prepare for it.