To help halt deforestation in Uganda, local women began making alternative charcoal briquettes out of food scraps. ... Read more
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The fertility rate in South Korea hit a record low of 0.72 child per woman. How did this happen and what does this mean for the country?... Read more
Amid the increasing struggle for human rights in Venezuela, the government shut down the UN Human Rights Office in the country.... Read more
The government noted that 499 African rhinos were poached across South Africa, 51 more than the previous year.
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Kiribati's imminent risk of disappearing due to rising sea levels underscores the urgency for global support to help enhance its climate resilience.... Read more
Providing refugee camps with adequate facilities and minimal environmental impact is important. The CAMP+ initiative aims to address this.... Read more
In Burundi, East Africa, community engagement drives World Bank Projects on healthcare and economic safety nets.... Read more
Turning used flip-flops into sculptures is an eye-catching way to reduce trash and contribute to the local economy by giving local craftspeople a livelihood.... Read more
The ‘Hooked on Peace’ project explores how youth can help promote Indigenous languages and cultures through storytelling.... Read more
Indigenous communities in Asia released the E-sak Ka Ou Declaration, addressing Indigenous Peoples’ rights and climate action.... Read more