‘Queen of Recycling’ Isatou Ceesay fights plastic pollution in The Gambia
Isatou Ceesay founded a social enterprise that is helping to fight plastic pollution and empowering women and young people to gain economic independence.
Mike Mwenda
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DRC oil exploration in protected areas draws environmental warnings
The Congolese government is allowing energy firms to bid for access to its vast oil and gas reserves, risking terrible ecological and climate effects.
Over 500 dead as Cyclone Freddy tears through Southern Africa
A fierce tropical storm has killed hundreds in Malawi, Mozambique and Madagascar and is set to break the record as the longest-lasting cyclone ever.
Giant coal mine in South Africa leaves trail of evictions and death
Communities in Kwa-Zulu Natal have been at loggerheads with Tendele Coal Mine over land destruction, water pollution and the killing of activists.
Uganda and Tanzania approve EACOP oil pipeline despite environmental concerns
Environmental activists say the EACOP pipeline will damage Uganda’s iconic fragile ecosystem and the livelihoods of tens of thousands of people.
South Africa coal giant Eskom accused of poisoning thousands
Environmental activists have accused Eskom of emitting toxic chemicals that are costing thousands of lives and changing rainfall patterns.
Nicole Menemene is fighting plastic pollution in the DRC
Nicole Menemene founded Plastycor to help fight plastic pollution, inspiring women and young people to join the cause and protect the environment.
Kenya declares controversial war against 6 million birds that are ravaging crops
Conservationists have warned that killing Quelea birds with toxic chemicals will have unintended negative consequences for other raptors and wild species.
Mining giant and Kabwe locals square off in class-action lawsuit over lead mine
Environmental activists have accused Anglo American of deliberately dumping toxic waste that has poisoned thousands of women and children in Kabwe.
South Africa plans to ban captive lion breeding and bone trade
The South African government is clamping down on the controversial multimillion-dollar lion-breeding industry, thanks to pressure from activists.