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Environment 15 October 2025

Douala: Crossroads of Creativity and Ecological Awareness

In Cameroon, the artisanal woodworking industry is taking an eco-responsible turn. Faced with increasing deforestation, some sculptors, like Jean-Claude Dongmo, are choosing to recycle abandoned materials into unique works of art. In this report filmed in Douala, discover how these artisans: - Reinvent their traditional know-how - Train young people in sustainable trades - Contribute to the preservation of Cameroon's forests An immersion at the intersection of art, knowledge transfer, and environmental commitment. Journalist: BOUNYA Maxime Farrel

Environment 9 January 2025

Biogas in Cameroon: Turning waste into Green Energy

Young Cameroonian engineers are harnessing biogas technology to recycle waste and provide clean cooking solutions. This promising innovation paves the way for a sustainable energy future in Africa. Journalist: Maxime Farrel Bounya

Economy 29 October 2024

How black soldier flies are revolutionising waste management in Kenya

In Nairobi’s Mukuru area, black soldier flies are transforming organic waste into sustainable animal feed, offering a powerful solution to urban waste issues. Discover how these insects are making a big impact on Kenya’s environment. Journalist: Jefferson Kahinju

Environment 25 April 2024

Integrated water resource management on the island of Agonvè

In the Agonvè Island, near Cotonou in Benin, the inhabitants have taken an innovative approach to the integrated management of water resources. Discover the original practices and strategies put in place by this community to preserve and sustainably exploit their precious water resources.

Environment 27 February 2024

Adding value to coconut husks in Benin

FANCOCO is a startup created by Cherif Dine Akedjou in 2015 in Benin. It was in 2019 that this entrepreneur decided to transform coconut waste into a multitude of aesthetic and functional objects. It didn't take long for the concept to catch on, and today he is proving himself to be a pioneer in this field.

Environment 23 February 2024

Kinshasa hit by floods

Submerged markets, homes and tourist sites partially washed away, traffic made impossible: Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, is struggling to recover from catastrophic floods. Climate disruption, the lack of functioning waste pipes and the absence of an alert system are all factors which have contributed to increasing the toll.

Environment 17 January 2024

Better ways of managing Madagascar’s tapia forest

🇲🇬 In central Madagascar, in the Itasy region, the tapia trees of the highlands are being felled on a massive scale for firewood and charcoal production. This deforestation is harmful to these thick-barked trees, which are found only in Madagascar and provide a habitat for the landibe, a wild silkworm. If well preserved, the Tapia forest can benefit the local economy. Working with local associations, NGOs are trying to encourage better management to preserve this natural habitat. This participative approach, in coordination with the local community, is leading not only to the conservation of biodiversity but also to an improvement in the quality of life of local residents through the revival of the silk industry.

Environment 28 December 2023

How solar pump helps agriculture

When it comes to energy transition, what will be best for Africa? This is the question that arises in the aftermath of COP 28 in Dubai. Several regions on the continent have already stepped into the era of renewable energies. This is the case of Senegal, one of the countries that would like to become a leader in green energy in sub-Saharan Africa. This ambition involves the extension of solar capacity. Several projects supported by partners such as IFAD have already been carried out for the benefit of rural populations to help them cope with water shortages. Example of the benefits of the solar pump in the south-east of the country with this report.

Environment 25 October 2023

Advocacy for Ecological Justice in Nigeria

African civil society seeks to raise awareness of ecological justice on a continent where fighting for the environment is particularly complex.

Douala: Crossroads of Creativity and Ecological Awareness

Publications

Douala: Crossroads of Creativity and Ecological Awareness

Biogas in Cameroon: Turning waste into Green Energy

How black soldier flies are revolutionising waste management in Kenya

Integrated water resource management on the island of Agonvè

Adding value to coconut husks in Benin

Kinshasa hit by floods

Better ways of managing Madagascar’s tapia forest

How solar pump helps agriculture

Advocacy for Ecological Justice in Nigeria

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