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Keur Bamboung: Cooperation in the Heart of the Sine Saloum Delta

17/03/2025, Nuccia Maldera

Thanks to the contribution of the “Otto per Mille” of the Waldensian Church – Union of Methodist and Waldensian Churches, the renovation works of the Keur Bamboung Campement have begun. This international cooperation project unfolds in the vibrant heart of the Sine Saloum Delta, one of the most stunning Community Marine Protected Areas (AMCP) in […]

The Saloum Delta: World Heritage and Biodiversity Sanctuary

14/09/2024, Luca Iotti

Sites recognized as World Heritage by UNESCO represent some of the most valuable treasures of our planet. These locations are selected for their exceptional cultural, natural, or mixed value, contributing to our understanding and appreciation of the world’s diversity. Their inclusion on the UNESCO list highlights their universal importance and the need to protect them […]

Inglese: Gendered Environmental Migrants

03/09/2024, Redazione BnD

Being an environmental migrant has different implications depending on gender. The experiences of men and women differ throughout the migration cycle, influenced by gender roles, norms, and responsibilities. Women, in particular, face unique challenges, such as needing male consent to migrate and being at higher risk of abuse and discrimination during their journey. Environmental migration […]

The Forest Crisis: A Wake-Up Call for the Planet’s Future

30/08/2024, Luca Iotti

Key Terminology: Deforestation, Forest Degradation, and Deforestation Let’s start with a brief explanation of some fundamental concepts; “deforestation” simply refers to the removal of trees and plants, which can range from management activities to actual destruction of forested areas. “Deforestation,” on the other hand, has a more negative connotation: it refers to deforestation when the […]

Abdou Touré: The Man Growing His Own Food in the Heart of the City

27/08/2024, Redazione BnD

In the Zac Mbao neighborhood on the outskirts of Dakar, the street leading to Abdou Touré’s home is notable for its cleanliness and lush greenery. This picturesque corner, enriched with flowers and fruit trees, contrasts sharply with the generally barren landscape of the Senegalese capital. The creator of this green oasis in a city dominated […]

Sicilian-made Irrigation for Agriculture in Africa

28/05/2024, Luca Iotti

Micro-irrigation represents a significant step forward compared to traditional methods, allowing for more efficient use of water and improving crop productivity while respecting the resources offered by the soil.

Global deforestation; failed goal?

07/01/2024, Luca Iotti

Increasing global deforestation is taking on dramatic proportions, with devastating consequences that are alarmingly reflected in areas of high population density, such as the Sahel and sub-Saharan Africa.

Growing a world wonder

03/01/2024, Redazione BnD

The Great Green Wall is an African-led movement with an epic ambition to grow an 8,000 km long natural wonder across the width of Africa.