Tropical cyclone Idai: The storm that knew no boundaries: People leaving their homes in the flooded section of Praia Nova, Beira, Mozambique in the wake of tropical cyclone Idai. Denis Onyodi/ IFRC handoutTropical cyclone Idai has made headlines across southern Africa throughout the month of March. Lingering in the Mozambique Channel at tropical cyclone intensity for six days, … [Read more...] about Tropical cyclone Idai: The storm that knew no boundaries | The Conversation
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Southern Africa must brace itself for more tropical cyclones in future | The Conversation
Southern Africa must brace itself for more tropical cyclones in future: Heavy rains driven by a cyclone in Sana’a, Yemen. EPA-EFE/YAHYA ARHABAs 2018 draws to a close, powerful tropical cyclones continue to make headlines. In August, tropical cyclone Lane wrought huge damage in the US; it was quickly followed by Hurricane Florence. Most tropical cyclones – the word is used … [Read more...] about Southern Africa must brace itself for more tropical cyclones in future | The Conversation
Spring into action at Bumba Vibes Tropical
Spring into action at Bumba Vibes Tropical: Cape Town is ready to showcase the best of its local talent and flair this season! Enjoy a day of sophistication and fun with live music, great food, loads of inspiring people to network and enjoy your 1st of Spring at the beautiful scenic location Bumba Vibes will present. The 5th Edition will celebrate a new season, growth and new … [Read more...] about Spring into action at Bumba Vibes Tropical
Deforestation in tropical Africa is not as bad as previously thought | The Conversation
Deforestation in tropical Africa is not as bad as previously thought: Plant remains, preserved in lake sediments like in the Republic of Congo help give accurate deforestation information. Carla StaverDeforestation has massive effects on the biosphere. It contributes to carbon emissions, changes in water cycles and biodiversity loss. The main cause of deforestation is the … [Read more...] about Deforestation in tropical Africa is not as bad as previously thought | The Conversation
Africa’s tropical forests could be next in line as global food demand grows | The Conversation
Africa’s tropical forests could be next in line as global food demand grows: A farmer carries cocoa pods at a farm in Agboville, Cote d'Ivoire. Luc Gnago/ReutersAt a bare floored restaurant on the edge of the Dja Faunal Reserve in Cameroon, I asked the owner what there was to eat. She gestured to a poster on the wall. It was an illustrated guide of 44 animal species under … [Read more...] about Africa’s tropical forests could be next in line as global food demand grows | The Conversation
