International Mother Earth Day – Page 2

International Mother Earth Day

Electric Tuk-Tuks. Photo by Tomi Abe

E-Mobility for the Many, Not the Few

What strategies can Africa adopt to make e-mobility affordable and accessible while bridging the gap in urban transportation for underserved communities?
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
8 min read
Black rhino mother and calf graze peacefully in protected savannah. Photo by Tomi Abe.

The Fierce Fight to Save the Black Rhino

As the black rhino teeters on the brink of extinction, dedicated conservationists and communities unite to combat relentless poaching and habitat...
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
10 min read
Handshake symbolizing collaboration on renewable energy for a sustainable future. Photo by Tomi Abe.

The Stakes of COP28 and the Road to COP29

As COP29 approaches, Africa faces urgent challenges in climate finance, energy transition, and adaptation, demanding immediate attention and decisive action.
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
5 min read
An Ethiopian woman pouring coffee from a jug into multiple cups on a tray

Is Ethiopia’s Coffee Heritage Dying?

Will Ethiopia’s rich coffee culture and biodiversity withstand climate shifts, stricter regulations, and economic pressures, or are these threats too great?
Avatar photo Adetola Adetayo
11 min read
Nura stands on a rooftop garden, surveying a city transformed by sustainable farming and solar energy.

Nura’s Vision

Can one woman's determination to restore her city’s farms and free its children from labor bring lasting change?
The Publishers
4 min read

Why Your Choice of Sunscreen Could Save Coral Reefs

Just as your choice of sunscreen shields your skin, it can also protect the vibrant life beneath the waves.
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
11 min read

The True Cost of African Beauty

The growing hair extension market in Africa faces significant environmental challenges, demanding sustainable solutions and informed consumer choices.
Avatar photo Favour Olumuyiwa
6 min read

The Rebirth of Lake Lumo

In a battle against despair, a village discovers the strength of innovation and community to restore their cherished lake.
The Publishers
8 min read

How Hannah Max-Macarthy is Redefining Energy Solutions in Sierra Leone

Driven by personal loss and a passion for change, Hannah Max-Macarthy transforms energy solutions in Sierra Leone through sustainable, life-saving cookstoves.
The Publishers
8 min read
Minimalist Cocoa Pod Illustration

Cocoa’s Sweet Promise and Bitter Reality

Cocoa, a cornerstone of Africa’s economy and livelihood, faces severe threats from climate change, demanding innovative solutions and global cooperation to...
Avatar photo Favour Olumuyiwa
5 min read

Are Popular Diets Sustainable in a Changing Climate?

In the face of climate change, the sustainability of popular diets comes under scrutiny, forcing us to rethink our plates and...
Avatar photo Adetola Adetayo
8 min read

Lake Chad: Understanding Nature’s Retreat

Lake Chad's decline, once a vibrant ecosystem, illustrates how climate change and human demand threaten livelihoods and regional stability.
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
5 min read

How Extreme Heat is Fueling Conflict in South Sudan

In the scorching reality of South Sudan, where climate change collides with socio-political strife, the quest for survival intertwines with the...
Avatar photo Favour Olumuyiwa
7 min read
Children studying under a solar lantern in a rural community

Quadloop’s Circular Approach to Sustainable Innovation

Quadloop Africa exemplifies the potential of repurposing electronic waste for sustainable innovation, crafting solar products from discarded electronics to challenge conventional...
Avatar photo Favour Olumuyiwa
6 min read
Power Plant Illustration

Aba’s Geometric Power Plant and Future Prospects

The Geometric Power Plant promises to reshape Aba’s energy landscape, delivering reliable electricity and driving significant industrial and economic growth.
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
6 min read