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Tipuani, a Bolivian village, suffers severe flooding due to intense rainfall and destructive gold mining practices, with about 500 homes submerged. The mining industry, crucial for residents’ livelihoods, contributes to …
Severe Flooding in Tipuani, Bolivia: A Consequence of Mining and Climate Change Read More
The Oxfam report reveals that Eastern and Southern Africa faces a worsening water crisis, with hunger rising by 80% and 116 million people lacking safe drinking water. Extreme weather events …
Impact of Climate Crisis on Water Scarcity and Food Security in Africa Read More
The Bolivian village of Tipuani faces severe flooding due to climate change and mining practices, affecting hundreds of homes. Destructive gold mining exacerbates environmental degradation, while residents struggle to maintain …
Climate Change and Gold Mining: A Crisis in Tipuani, Bolivia Read More
The Democratic Republic of Congo faces a health crisis with preventable diseases surging, including a significant increase in cholera and Mpox cases. The ongoing conflict and suspension of USAID funding …
Crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo: Surge in Preventable Diseases Amid Funding Cuts Read More
Cyclone Jude has killed 17 people and injured over 130 across East Africa, displacing thousands and affecting 400,000 individuals. Critical infrastructure has been destroyed, particularly in Mozambique and Madagascar, with …
Devastation from Cyclone Jude Claims 17 Lives in East Africa Read More
NEMA has launched a campaign in Niger to educate local communities about disaster risk reduction and proper waste disposal in response to upcoming flood predictions. The initiative, led by Hussaini …
NEMA Urges Community Engagement for Disaster Preparedness and Waste Management in Niger Read More
The recent outbreak of a mysterious illness in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has led to 53 deaths and over 400 symptomatic cases. Initial fears of Ebola-like transmission were …
Outbreak of Illness in the Democratic Republic of Congo Linked to Contaminated Water Read More
An outbreak of an infectious disease in the Democratic Republic of Congo, initially feared to be an Ebola-like crisis, has been linked to contaminated water sources instead of animal transmission. …
Infectious Disease Outbreak in Congo Linked to Contaminated Water Sources Read More
The Kafue River in Zambia suffered a toxic crisis due to an acid leak from a Chinese-operated mine, leading to extensive ecological damage and public health threats. This incident exemplifies …
Environmental Crisis in Zambia: The Devastating Impact of Mining Operations Read More
Mozambique faces a growing cyclone crisis with three storms—Chido, Dikeledi, and Jude—hitting in three months. These events have devastated vulnerable populations, resulting in loss of lives and homes. Experts warn …
Mozambique Confronts Intensifying Cyclone Crisis Amidst Climate Concerns Read More