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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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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.
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.
A study by the University of Cape Town found that certain exotic plants increase the risk of urban wildfires. The research, conducted after the 2021 Table Mountain fire, revealed that plants with thin leaves and large surface areas burn more quickly, while those with thicker leaves burn longer. Researchers urge cities to use native species with lower flammability to reduce fire risks. The full study will be published in the South African Journal of Botany.
Authorities in Kampala have taken action against individuals who illegally occupied and degraded city green spaces by ordering them to restore the affected areas. The move is part of an effort to protect and reclaim urban environmental zones that have been encroached upon, ensuring they are preserved for public benefit and ecological balance.
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.
Kampala Capital City Authority has convened a special council meeting to address the growing dispute over businessman Hamis Kiggundu’s redevelopment of the Nakivubo Drainage Channel. The project, backed by President Museveni but opposed by city leaders and environmental experts, has sparked sharp debate over legality, safety, and the future of urban planning in Kampala.
