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DISASTERAug 18Nigeria partial crop losses triple to 20 percent as climate , insecurity hit farms World Bank reporttribuneonlineng.com · Nigeria
DISASTERAug 17The Nigerian fishing community being eaten up by the AtlanticThe beach shrinks every year in Ayetoro, in southern Nigeria, and what is left is peppered with the remains of homes swallowed by the ocean -- some years ago, some just months priorAfricanews [en]
DISASTERAug 16SPECIAL REPORT: As COP17 nears, Nigeria’s rangelands crisis deepens, threatening farmers, pastoral livelihoodsAs Nigeria prepares to participate in the 17th session of the UNCCD (COP17) in Mongolia, the country’s rangelands and grazing routes are facing mounting pressure from desertification, drought, land degradation and competing land-use demands. The post SPECIAL REPORT: As COP17 nears, Nigeria’s rangelands crisis deepens, threatening farmers, pastoral livelihoods appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DISASTERAug 16UN warns South Sudan refugees at risk as aid funding runs shortTwo United Nations agencies warned on Friday that hundreds of thousands of refugees in South Sudan are at risk of losing much needed humanitarian assistance due to a lack of funding.Africanews [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 16Rescuers search for survivors of powerful Indonesia earthquake – Ghanamma . comghanamma.com · Ghana
DISASTERAug 15Mysterious elephant deaths in Kenya leave experts searching for answersAt least 19 elephants have died since June in a popular wildlife region of southern Kenya, with the local toll now reported at 20. Early tests have suggested cyanide poisoning from pesticides, but wildlife experts say the evidence does not fit all the symptoms they have observed.EuroNews [en]
DISASTERAug 14Abuja Tremor : Geological Agency Moves To Strengthen Nigeria Earthquake Monitoring SystemFollowing a tremor in Abuja, Nigeria's Geological Agency is working to enhance the country's earthquake monitoring system. This aims to improve preparedness and response to seismic activity.leadership.ng · Nigeria
DISASTERAug 13Bayelsa, among Nigeria’s most polluted states, says environmentalistNnimmo Bassey says oil companies failed to adequately clean up polluted areas, alleging that some resorted to superficial measures rather than proper remediation. The post Bayelsa, among Nigeria’s most polluted states, says environmentalist appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 13Welding works spark blast aboard Africa-bound cargo vessel at Kerala’s Kollam; one injuredWelding work caused an explosion on an Africa-bound cargo vessel at Kollam, Kerala, resulting in one injury. This incident highlights industrial safety risks during vessel maintenance.The Hindu
DISASTERAug 13Nigeria's rescued kidnap victims face physical and psychological tollFifty-seven residents of Woro, rescued earlier this month, are being treated at a hospital in Ilorin, with most of the suffering notably from malnutrition.Africanews [en]
DISASTERAug 12DR Congo Ebola outbreak set to become deadliest on record, WHO warnsAl Jazeera [en]
DISASTERAug 12Thousands flee yearslong drought in Somalia as hunger deepens and aid shrinksdailyadvance.com · United States
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 11South Africa mine collapse kills 14 suspected illegal minersAl Jazeera [en]
DISASTERAug 11Miners found dead at a disused mine in South Africanaroomanewsonline.com.au · Australia
DISASTERAug 11South Africa hit by icy blast as snow blankets several provincesA bitter cold snap is sweeping across South Africa, bringing heavy snow, freezing temperatures and strong winds to several provinces. Snow has covered high-lying areas while forecasters warn of more wintry weather and rough seas along the coast.Africanews [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 11South Africa mine dump collapse kills at least 14 suspected illegal minersSouth China Morning Post
DISASTERAug 1114 clandestine miners killed in disused South Africa mineA rockfall at an illegal mine northwest of Johannesburg killed 14 clandestine miners, most of them from Lesotho, with several hurt and others possibly still stuck underground, police said Tuesday.Africanews [en]
DISASTERAug 11Nigeria’s 650,000sq km rangelands threatened by degradation, desertification — MinisterNigeria’s 650,000-square-kilometre rangelands are facing increasing degradation, driven by desertification, agricultural and livestock expansion and overgrazing, the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, has said. The post Nigeria’s 650,000sq km rangelands threatened by degradation, desertification — Minister appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DISASTERAug 9SPECIAL REPORT: As climate change pushes fish into deeper waters, Nigerian coastal fishermen lose livelihoodsAccording to Eyo Ambrose, a professor in the Department of Fisheries at the University of Uyo, climate change is worsening the challenges facing Nigeria's fisheries, while the inability of local fishermen to operate in the high seas allows foreign vessels to exploit the country's fish resources unchecked. The post SPECIAL REPORT: As climate change pushes fish into deeper waters, Nigerian coastal fishermen lose livelihoods appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DISASTERAug 8Crocodiles attacks increase in KenyaIn recent years, Lake Baringo in Kenya’s Rift Valley has risen to levels not seen in decades. Scientists say extreme rainfall linked to climate change is behind the surge, submerging communities and bringing dangerous wildlife closer to people, with attacks on the rise. Laurent Berstecher has more.France 24 [en]
DISASTERAug 7Africans bear the brunt of biodiversity loss ! The article highlights that people in Africa are disproportionately affected by the ongoing loss of biodiversity. This points to a significant environmental and societal challenge for the continent.thepoint.gm · Gambia
DISASTERAug 7African nations face heightened risk as El Nino loomsAfrican nations are anticipated to face increased risks due to the impending El Nino phenomenon. This climate event could lead to various environmental and humanitarian challenges across the continent.global.chinadaily.com.cn · China
DISASTERAug 6308 abductees freed from separate attacks in Northern NigeriaFrance 24 [en]
DISASTERAug 6Uganda football star David Owori killed in suspected robberyUganda is mourning the death of one of its national football players David Owori, who died after being attacked during an alleged robbery near his home in Kampala. The case has reignited concerns over violent crime in the East African country.Africanews [en]
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