Ghana and Sierra Leone, two neighboring countries in West Africa, are actively exploring the potential of carbon credits to contribute to their climate goals. However, the journey towards effective...
In the heart of West Africa, Freetown, Sierra Leone, and Monrovia, Liberia, two neighboring cities grapple with the pressing challenges of climate change. Both cities face rising sea levels,...
The second presentation during the EJN Net Zero workshop focused on the complexities and challenges surrounding climate finance, particularly for African countries. The discussion centered on several key points,...
Introduction Developing countries, particularly in Africa, face immense financial challenges. Instead of allocating funds to essential areas like education, healthcare, poverty alleviation, and climate change mitigation, a significant portion...
As conversations around climate change intensify globally, the need for accurate understanding and communication of key concepts has become increasingly important. The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) recently held a...
On the 20th August 2024 As the world observes World Mosquito Day, attention is drawn to the significant health risks posed by mosquito bites. Far from being just an...
Today, I had the privilege of participating in the Earth Journalism Network’s workshop on Net Zero for African journalists. With the #ParisAgreement setting ambitious targets to limit #globalwarming to...
Step 1 Location Identification The applicant identifies the proposed mining location (plot) in collaboration with a member of the chiefdom mining allocation committee. Step 2 Land Acquisition The applicant...
The STEAM Reporting Network is tackling a significant challenge in Sierra Leone: land degradation, which affects over 80% of the country’s land. Mining communities, often located in areas rich...
Sierra Leone faces a maternal health crisis, evidenced by a staggering maternal mortality rate (MMR) of 1,360 deaths per 100,000 live births, the highest in the world. This distressing...