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African wild dogs are adapting to rising temperatures using a cue that no longer accurately predicts the best conditions for reproduction.
Millions of Africans could be uprooted or trapped where they are through climate-induced displacement and migration.
COP conferences broadly provide a platform for the negotiation of international climate change agreements.
A key issue for African countries is: how to contribute towards averting a climate disaster without compromising economic growth and development.
Grassroots miners are disadvantaged by current regulations.
Despite the impact of flooding on food security, it is not recognised as a threat by policymakers.
Africa’s designated protected areas don’t handle shocks well - South Africa’s wildlife ranches offer lessons in resilience.
Green spaces have the potential to reduce heat and improve health, especially in urban areas.
Proper dam management can help check flooding in Nigeria.
Nigerians’ capacity to prevent, cope with and reduce flood risks is determined by access to housing, transport, drainage, income and education.
Nigeria must adopt a multi-pronged approach to address its flooding menace and minimise the effects.
There’s an urgent need to put water higher on South Africa’s agenda. Various water problems are escalating at a rapid rate.
A study of tweets posted in 2019 found that tweets about elephant conservation didn’t align with the actual greatest threats to the animals, creating the risk that funding could be misdirected.
A community centred approach is key to making headway in the battle against illegal mining
Experts share their insights into Nigeria’s flooding challenge and steps needed to alleviate their worst effects.
The oceans bordering West African countries are in grave danger from pollution; checking further degradation is crucial for human survival.
The complexity of construction projects has driven an increase in building waste, which is difficult to recycle and reuse. But there are ways to minimise the problem.
Disagreements and political considerations override the common good in managing Ghana’s petroleum sector
The key to reducing green hydrogen costs in the future lies mainly in technological improvements.
The ability of the Osun River to support biodiversity is being threatened by pollution and can only be rescued if the contamination ends.
Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital city, is notorious for frequent building collapses. A risk reduction expert offers five recommendations on how to prevent these disasters.
South Africa’s water situation is complex. It needs better monitoring and implementation of plans.
Nigerian students can support positive environmental behaviour if they learn about the impact of solid waste management on society.
Cameroon has many potentially dangerous gas-charged lakes. But not much has been done to mitigate the risks they pose.