Close your eyes and picture a small village in rural Nigeria, where the air is fresh, the water is clean, and the community is thriving to survive. But beneath the surface, the village is facing an approaching crisis – the nearby forest, which provides livelihoods for many families, is being depleted at an alarming rate. […]
“Climate change is a global problem that requires a global response, and Africa is key to solving it.” – Ban Ki-moon, former UN Secretary-General. A global goal of 1.5°C over pre-industrial levels has been set by the Paris Agreement, and reaching this objective will depend in large part on the Global South, which includes Africa. […]
A farmer in rural Nigeria named Fatima wakes to another day of scorching temperatures and a dry landscape. Her crops have been severely damaged by decreasing rainfall and unpredictable weather patterns, affecting the income and food security of her family. This is a harsh reality facing many women in Africa, who have been disproportionately impacted […]
Local communities are not just victims of climate change; they are also key players in the fight against it. Empowering them with knowledge and resources is essential for building a more sustainable future for all Nigerians. In Nigeria, a nation rich in natural resources and cultural diversity, the effects are becoming increasingly evident. When discussing […]
