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Africa: Cash-Strapped Conservationists in South Africa Are Struggling to Collect Biodiversity Data – How to Change That

[ad_1] South Africa's government conservation organisations have experienced substantial budget cuts. Even after steps to cut costs, South African National Parks reported a big shortfall (R223 million or about US$11.92 million) for 2021/22. So did the provincial body KZN Ezemvelo Wildlife (R89 million; about US$4.77 million). South African conservation authorities manage millions of hectares of protected areas. However, recruitment freezes and insufficient funds have reduced their ability to conduct basic operations. One of these is biodiversity monitoring. Knowing which plants […]

todayJanuary 19, 2024

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Afcon 2023: Victor Osimhen asked William Troost-Ekong to take Nigeria penalty

[ad_1] AC Milan forward Samuel Chukwueze believes the team have shown everyone that the Super Eagles are serious about adding to their three continental titles."We played with our hearts. This game shows we are ready to fight for Afcon," he said."This group is complicated but the most important game now is the last game. "There is no small country in this Afcon and Guinea-Bissau are good. We've played them twice […]

todayJanuary 19, 2024

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Zambia: Worst cholera outbreak kills over 400 people

[ad_1] Over 400 people have died from the worst cholera outbreak in the Zambia since the 1970s. More than 10,000 people have been infected with authorities ordering the closure of schools across the country after the end-of-year holidays. A large soccer stadium in the capital city has been converted into a treatment facility. The Zambian government is embarking on a mass vaccination program and says it’s providing clean water 2.4 […]

todayJanuary 19, 2024

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Female Mokoro polers changing stereotypes in Botswana’s Okavango Delta

[ad_1] In the heart of Botswana's enchanting Okavango Delta, a remarkable change is taking place. The traditional role of poling - the skill of steering a Mokoro canoe though the shallow waters - has long been dominated by men. But today Cindy Mothogaathobogwe, a female poler, is challenging stereotypes while guiding tourists on a unique wildlife safari. Filmed by Carmen Roberts. Produced and edited by Kaine Pieri. [ad_2] Source link

todayJanuary 19, 2024

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Africa: Malaria Elimination – Lessons From Cabo Verde

[ad_1] The recent certification of Cabo Verde by the World Health Organisation, WHO, as the third malaria-free country in Africa after Mauritius (1973) and Algeria (2019) offers valuable lessons for Nigeria in its fight against the disease. Cabo Verde's success came from sustained commitment from the government. High-level political leadership ensured consistent funding, effective policy implementation, and strong coordination across different sectors. Nigeria can learn to replicate this commitment by prioritising malaria control in national development plans and mobilising resources […]

todayJanuary 19, 2024

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Africa: Blinken to Visit Nigeria As Russia, China Make Gains in Africa

[ad_1] The United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit sub-Saharan Africa for the first time in 10 months, the State Department said Thursday, redirecting his focus as rivals Russia and China seek gains there. After four frenetic tours of the Middle East since war broke out on October 7 with a Hamas attack on Israel, Blinken will visit Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Angola and Cape Verde starting Monday. Blinken will discuss economic growth and "advance security partnerships based on […]

todayJanuary 19, 2024

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Africa: Election Rigging Claims Spark Turbulence in Comoros

[ad_1] President Assoumani's opponents have rejected his election to a fifth term based on a meagre 16.3% voter turnout. Africa's 2024 election season - comprising 19 presidential and general polls - got off to an unpromising and alarming start this week. After Sunday's re-election of President Azali Assoumani to an effective fifth term, violent protests against the result broke out in Moroni, the capital of Comoros. The government responded by imposing a night-time curfew and deploying the army on the […]

todayJanuary 19, 2024

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