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Mike Mwenda

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I’m passionate about understanding humanity and the environment we live in. I want our generation to be known for something incredible. I graduated in journalism and public relations, I have a blog where I document and write about environmental issues affecting the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). I have had the privilege of visiting Scotland, Italy and South Africa. Because traveling to me is adventurous; especially making new friends. In addition to writing about arts, environment and culture, I also advocate for women’s rights and empowerment in the Southern part of Africa.
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Tanzania pushes ahead with huge hydroelectric dam inside Nyerere National Park

Tanzania pushes ahead with huge hydroelectric dam inside Nyerere National Park

Despite environmental warnings, the Tanzanian government is set to build a dam in the heart of the Selous Game Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Climate activist Mourine Asiimwe is fighting to reforest Uganda

Climate activist Mourine Asiimwe is fighting to reforest Uganda

Illegal logging in Uganda has caused massive forest cover loss. Activist Mourine Asiimwe is fighting back against this deforestation by planting trees.

‘Queen of Recycling’ Isatou Ceesay fights plastic pollution in The Gambia

‘Queen of Recycling’ Isatou Ceesay fights plastic pollution in The Gambia

Isatou Ceesay founded a social enterprise that is helping to fight plastic pollution and empowering women and young people to gain economic independence.

DRC oil exploration in protected areas draws environmental warnings

DRC oil exploration in protected areas draws environmental warnings

The Congolese government is allowing energy firms to bid for access to its vast oil and gas reserves, risking terrible ecological and climate effects.

Over 500 dead as Cyclone Freddy tears through Southern Africa

Over 500 dead as Cyclone Freddy tears through Southern Africa

A fierce tropical storm has killed hundreds in Malawi, Mozambique and Madagascar and is set to break the record as the longest-lasting cyclone ever.

Giant coal mine in South Africa leaves trail of evictions and death

Giant coal mine in South Africa leaves trail of evictions and death

Communities in Kwa-Zulu Natal have been at loggerheads with Tendele Coal Mine over land destruction, water pollution and the killing of activists.

Uganda and Tanzania approve EACOP oil pipeline despite environmental concerns

Uganda and Tanzania approve EACOP oil pipeline despite environmental concerns

Environmental activists say the EACOP pipeline will damage Uganda’s iconic fragile ecosystem and the livelihoods of tens of thousands of people.

South Africa coal giant Eskom accused of poisoning thousands

South Africa coal giant Eskom accused of poisoning thousands

Environmental activists have accused Eskom of emitting toxic chemicals that are costing thousands of lives and changing rainfall patterns.

Nicole Menemene is fighting plastic pollution in the DRC

Nicole Menemene is fighting plastic pollution in the DRC

Nicole Menemene founded Plastycor to help fight plastic pollution, inspiring women and young people to join the cause and protect the environment.

Kenya declares controversial war against 6 million birds that are ravaging crops

Kenya declares controversial war against 6 million birds that are ravaging crops

Conservationists have warned that killing Quelea birds with toxic chemicals will have unintended negative consequences for other raptors and wild species.

Mining giant and Kabwe locals square off in class-action lawsuit over lead mine

Mining giant and Kabwe locals square off in class-action lawsuit over lead mine

Environmental activists have accused Anglo American of deliberately dumping toxic waste that has poisoned thousands of women and children in Kabwe.