Blog (Africa)

Zimbabwe has the largest lithium reserves on Africa.
Energy

Zimbabwe’s lithium is in demand for making batteries: How to make sure benefits flow to the local economy

Jabulani Shaba
4 min read
Despite global demand for lithium-ion batteries, much of Zimbabwe's lithium is exported as raw material, primarily to China
It’s vital for food safety to irrigate crops with water that is free of disease-causing microbes.
Africa

Decades of South African research reveal key strategies to reduce water contamination in fruit and veg

Loandi Richter-Mouton
4 min read
Pathogens and chemicals in irrigation water can lead to foodborne illnesses
How does Marburg virus spread between species? Young Ugandan scientist’s photos give important clues
Africa

How does Marburg virus spread between species? Young Ugandan scientist’s photos give important clues

Alexander Richard Braczkowski
4 min read
The team found a new potential spillover pathway through predation by at least 14 species
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