Deforestation rates are significantly lower in Indigenous and Tribal territories where governments have formally recognized collective land rights, according to a new report launched today.…
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…a time to pluck up that which is planted
IN December subsistence farmers Kgadi and Martin Monyamane together with their assistant Simon Nkuna were working their land planting bambara groundnuts. The retired teacher couple’s…
Rain water harvesting to the rescue as crisis looms
As experts warn of a looming water crisis a conservation group is now offering free online training to communities about ways of preserving rain water…
Kenya court ruling against female genital mutilation a victory for all African women – AU
The ruling is not only a win for Kenya, but for all African women and girls.
When witchcraft makes you fail matric
The belief in witchcraft remains entrenched in many societies and is often blamed for misfortunes, including failing one’s studies. ‘These beliefs can act as a…
Tracking water to make the most of every drop
As the world marks World Water Day on Monday 22 March the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations warns that just 30 years…
Sacred royal secrets guard King’s final send off and resting place
Although it has been announced that King Goodwill Zwelithini ka Bhekuzulu will be sent off to be planted back to mother earth on Wednesday night…
Reflection on royal legacy as iSilo takes final bow
WHEN a king passes on to join his ancestors in the spiritual world the Ashante people of Ghana remark that the Asantehene has gone to…
Legacy of black exclusion behind varsity rage
The streets of various university towns are on fire – ignited by the rage of black youths tired of being relegated to a life of…
FAO seeking $1.1 billion to save lives and livelihoods
As the COVID-19 pandemic, conflict and climate-related crises drive acute levels of hunger higher, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is…








