Danger to humans as habitat loss pushes animals to eat bat poo
Scientists say they have found evidence that changes in animal behaviour caused by damage to forests can lead to wildlife and humans being exposed to dangerous viruses.
Category: Environment
Heavy rains and floods bring Mauritius to standstill
Mauritius has been struck by heavy rains and severe flooding, causing major inundation across the island nation.
As a result of the adverse weather conditions, all schools will remain closed.
Wangari Maathai: Africa’s Trailblazing Nobel Laureate
Wangari Maathai’s unyielding spirit and vision keeps inspiring new generations with her enduring legacy of resilience, bravery, and activism
Watu 58 wafariki dunia kutokana na mafuriko nchini Tanzania kwa kipindi cha Aprili
Kwa mujibu wa Msemaji Mkuu wa Serikali Mobhare Matinyi, ukanda wa Pwani ndio ulioathirika zaidi ambapo watu 33 kati ya 58 wamefariki katika mkoa wa Morogoro na Pwani.
Botswana threatens to send 20,000 elephants to Germany
The president of Botswana has threatened to send 20,000 elephants to Germany in a dispute over conservation.
Earlier this year, Germany’s environment ministry suggested there should be stricter limits on importing trophies from hunting animals.
Ghana electricity: New power tax put on hold after public outcry
Ghana’s government has suspended plans to implement a 15% tax on power, following a public uproar that it will worsen…
Nearly 300 firefighters battle wild blaze near SA navy base
Nearly 300 firefighters and three helicopters are battling a wildfire that broke out on Tuesday on a mountain overlooking Simon’s…
DR Congo election 2023: What you need to know
Following the withdrawal of five candidates, including former Prime Minister Augustin Matata Ponyo, there are now 21 presidential candidates, including Mr Tshisekedi.
Tanzania floods: Heavy rain and landslides kill 47 in Hanang district
It happened near the slopes of Mount Hanang, where President Samia Hassan has now deployed national security forces to help rescue efforts.
Kenya floods: Seven feared dead after crossing flooded river in Makueni County
A local chief said they were sitting on a log in the middle of the river as they tried to cross when the floodwaters rose and took them away.
