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Ethiopians on the "planting Trees" Campaign.
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Abdirisak Mire Hashi, a veterinarian and the farm's manager, drinks from a cup filled with camel milk in Beder Camel Farm on the outskirts of the capital Mogadishu, Somalia Photo| Courtsey
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Severe flooding in Ayod County, South Sudan, has triggered a humanitarian crisis, displacing thousands and leaving communities without essential resources. The rising waters have submerged homes, destroyed crops, and crippled vital infrastructure, worsening an already dire situation in one of the country’s most vulnerable regions. Relief efforts are urgently needed to address the escalating needs of affected populations.
Nigeria’s Environment Ministry has issued a flood alert for 19 states as heavy rains and thunderstorms forecast from August 5 to 9 pose serious risks nationwide. Authorities urge swift emergency response and public caution amid rising fears of another devastating disaster.
A Kenyan activist has launched a legal challenge to stop the opening of new Ritz-Carlton safari lodges, citing concerns over environmental impact, wildlife conservation, and potential disruption to local communities. The move seeks to halt the luxury development until its compliance with environmental and cultural preservation standards is fully addressed.
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) has launched a campaign to prevent Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and promote Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) in communities along its pipeline route. In collaboration with Health Promotion International (HPI), the initiative aims to raise awareness, provide support services, and empower local leaders to drive lasting change. The campaign is aligned with Uganda’s National Development Plan and the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, particularly gender equality and good health.
Traditional land use in southwestern Madagascar has long sustained ecological balance through indigenous practices like rotational farming and forest stewardship. However, modern pressures such as deforestation and commercial agriculture threaten this harmony, making traditional knowledge vital for future conservation.
Heavy floods have destroyed the Nalugugu Bridge in Sironko District, cutting off the Kapchorwa–Mbale highway and stranding vehicles, including trucks and buses. Authorities report one death, and only motorcycles and light vehicles are able to cross a partially intact section, while calls for urgent repairs and UNRA intervention are underway.
