Comoros is an island archipelago located in the Indian Ocean between Africa and Madagascar known as the “Perfume Islands.” This beach paradise is filled with the scents of ylang-ylang, vanilla,…
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Farmers in Uganda have traditionally relied exclusively on rainfall to grow their crops. Drought and dry weather conditions have left many farmers with poor harvests. The growing challenge has prompted…
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For regions, like Gaza, that rely on fuel for electricity shortages can be life-threatening. Currently, one hospital in Gaza has been forced to shut down and many more are at…
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Yale University and UN Environment unveiled an eco-tiny house in New York City! The 22-square-meter tiny house is powered 100% by renewable energy and is testing the potential for the…
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Puerto Rico’s power grid underwent $3.8 billion in repairs between 2017 and 2018. However, the island’s grid remains ‘highly fragile’ and susceptible to damage should another storm occur. The damage…
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Sustainable, ‘green’ infrastructure is critical for drought-sensitive regions in Africa. East and North Africa have seen widespread droughts over the past four decades. Three-quarters of the region are made up…
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The United Nations' new Emergency Relief Coordinator has a fresh perspective on the growing needs in Sudan. Currently, there is a gap between the needs of Sudanese in crisis and…
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The United Nations has stated that breaking the cycle of HIV transmission is part of their 2030 Agenda. Between 2006 and 2016, there has been a 40 percent decline in…
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Children in the Central African Republic (CAR) are suffering from malnutrition and thirst. The infant mortality rate is at 18 percent and severe acute malnutrition is higher than the emergency…
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The United Nations and the World Health Organization have confirmed 423 cases of Lassa Fever in Nigeria. Lassa fever is a viral infection, primarily transmitted to humans through contact with…
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