Severe Dry Spell Hurt Mopane Worm Business
Dry conditions caused by El Niño have stopped mopane worm harvests in Gwanda, Zimbabwe, eliminating a crucial income source for families who rely on sales of the caterpillars called amacimbi.
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Protecting Wetlands Pays Off for Kasibo Village
A village in Hwange has found success using sustainable practices in a local wetland to increase access to food and water during drought conditions caused by climate change.
Community Fights to Reclaim Areas Scarred by Unsustainable Brickmaking
Facing degraded land from rampant illegal brickmaking, a community in Hwange, works to rehabilitate scarred areas and curb further environmental damage.
Coal Mining in Hwange Sparks Human-Wildlife Conflicts
In Hwange, coal mining activities are encroaching on vital wildlife habitats, resulting in increased human-wildlife conflicts as elephants and other animals seek food and water. As climate change exacerbates drought conditions, residents are living in fear of animal attacks, underscoring the delicate balance needed to protect both wildlife and communities.
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