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Eco Africa — The Environment Magazine

June 28, 2024

How working with nature benefits all: From beekeeping in Uganda to using worms to make compost in Ethiopia. Plus: Hotel owners in Spain getting creative in sourcing water in the drought.

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DW's Eco Africa

Eco Africa — The Environment Magazine

DW's Eco Africa showcases innovative concepts and best practice projects from Africa and Europe and presents environment and climate change ideas that inspire others to get on board or start something of their own.

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