Rajendra Singh is India’s waterman, protecting it from commodification
He’s been fighting for solutions to India’s water crisis for a long time. Environmentalist and water defender Rajendra Singh tells us his story.
Patrick Kilonzo Mwalua, the African farmer who brings water to wild animals, is ready for a new challenge
The story of Patrick Kilonzo Mwalua, the farmer bringing water to animals during droughts, has fascinated many. We asked him about his new project.
The Omo Valley, where life flows with the river
The tribes of the Lower Omo Valley in Ethiopia live in close contact with nature and the river they depend on. We explore how their ancestral ways of life are being threatened by the impacts of a mega-dam, climate change and a booming tourism industry, in this exclusive reportage.
Australia wildfires: the extent, severity and consequences of an environmental tragedy
The list of human and animal victims of the Australia wildfires keeps growing – one species might already have gone extinct – as the smoke even reaches South America.
The drought in Zambia is causing starvation, a power crisis and threatening the Victoria Falls
As well as threatening to dry up waterways and natural sites such as the Victoria Falls, the drought in Zambia is forcing millions to turn to wild fruits, roots and poisonous plants to survive hunger.
Planting trees for gun licences: how an Indian district is tackling the water crisis
The district of Ferozepur in the Indian state of Punjab has come up with a new measure to preserve groundwater, forcing those seeking a firearms licence to plant at least ten saplings – and prove it with a selfie.
The UK could face severe water shortages in just 25 years
The UK could lose its reputation as a wet country, as climate change and population growth could lead to water shortages within 25 years. Drastic changes to consumption patterns and supply systems are needed.
Drought in Zambia, maize output could fall by half due to unpredictable weather
Due to a prolonged drought in Zambia, maize production could fall from the current 3.6 million tonnes to 1.8-2 million tonnes this crop season if the current dry spell which the nation is experiencing continues.
What is climate change
Climate change is the direct consequence of global warming. Here’s everything you need to know about the causes and effects of one of the biggest threats facing our time.
The African farmer who brings fresh water to thirsty wild animals
Patrick Kilonzo Mwalua drives hours every day to bring fresh water to thirsty wild animals at drought-striken Tsavo West National Park, Kenya.