Nigeria / Climate
Wetland loss and new development are raising flood risk in Lagos
Mongabay reports on how building on the city's wetlands affects its ability to absorb floodwater.
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Nigeria / Biodiversity
Bushmeat trade puts pressure on the world’s smallest crocodile in Nigeria
Mongabay reports that demand for the species in the bushmeat trade is a concern for its conservation.
Nigeria / Biodiversity
Nigerian conservationist Rachel Ikemeh receives Rolex Award
The award recognises her work to protect a rare red monkey, Mongabay reports.
Africa / Sustainability
Floating weeds threaten farming and fishing at Malawi’s Chia Lagoon
Mongabay reports on how aquatic weeds are affecting livelihoods around the lagoon.
Africa / Biodiversity
Illegal mining puts Ghana’s Atewa Forest and its water supply at risk
Mongabay reports on the pressure mining places on the forest and the drinking water it supplies.
Africa / Biodiversity
Bird not recorded for more than a decade is seen again in West African forests
Mongabay reports the reappearance of a bird species considered lost.
Africa / Sustainability
Report links fishmeal production to decline in key fish for Guinea-Bissau communities
Mongabay reports on findings that connect the fishmeal industry to falling stocks of important species.
Africa / Biodiversity
Electric fencing and the effort to protect Kenya’s giant pangolins
Mongabay reports on the risks fences pose to the species and the work of Maasai communities to protect it.