How solar kits and battery lamps are replacing kerosene across Africa: Many rural communities across Africa have dropped kerosene lighting for various electrical lights. ShutterstockFor decades, people in rural Africa have been using sooty kerosene lamps to dimly light their homes. But in recent years households, even in poor areas, have started to replace their kerosene lamps … [Read more...] about How solar kits and battery lamps are replacing kerosene across Africa | The Conversation
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The fate of unique species in Tanzania’s coastal forests hangs in the balance | The Conversation
The fate of unique species in Tanzania's coastal forests hangs in the balance: The Zanzibar Red Colobus is endemic to Tanzania. ShutterstockTanzania is known for its tapestry of lush forests, expansive grasslands and tropical beaches, and abundant and diverse wildlife. Its coastal forests are part of the Coastal Forests of Eastern Africa biodiversity hotspot – a place … [Read more...] about The fate of unique species in Tanzania’s coastal forests hangs in the balance | The Conversation
South Africa is paying a heavy price for dysfunctional local government | The Conversation
South Africa is paying a heavy price for dysfunctional local government: Violent protests over the poor delivery of basic municipal services occur frequently in South Africa. EPA/Kim LudbrookSouth Africa’s Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Dr Zweli Mkhize, recently painted a bleak picture about the state of local government. It should worry all South … [Read more...] about South Africa is paying a heavy price for dysfunctional local government | The Conversation
Putting Nigerian neuroscience research under the microscope | The Conversation
Putting Nigerian neuroscience research under the microscope: Yurchanka Siarhei/ShutterstockResearchers are working hard to unravel the complex mysteries of the human brain and nervous system, as well as to find treatment for often incurable brain diseases. These neuroscientists are mostly based in Europe, the US, Japan and China. So most of our … [Read more...] about Putting Nigerian neuroscience research under the microscope | The Conversation
Madagascar’s next president must put public safety and job creation first | The Conversation
Madagascar's next president must put public safety and job creation first: Since independence in 1960, Madagascar has experienced a handful of political crises. ShutterstockMadagascar is gearing up for presidential elections in November this year. The Conversation Africa spoke to Adrien Ratsimbaharison about how the elections might unfold and what challenges Madagascar’s new … [Read more...] about Madagascar’s next president must put public safety and job creation first | The Conversation
