Busani Bafana is a journalist based in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.

IPBES Calls for Holistic Solutions, Transformative Change in Tackling Biodiversity Loss

11 Oct 2024  |  www.ipsnews.net  |  English  |  Biodiversity Loss

The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) emphasizes the need for holistic solutions and transformative change to address the interconnected crises of biodiversity loss, food insecurity, and environmental degradation. Upcoming assessments, the Nexus Assessment and Transformative Change Assessment, will provide policymakers with evidence-based recommendations to tackle these issues collectively rather than in isolation. The reports highlight the importance of addressing global sustainability targets and the interconnectedness of biodiversity, human health, and economic stability. IPBES continues to influence international biodiversity policy, advocating for systematic approaches to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

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I'm an Irish journalist, based in Asia. I'm currently in Kuala Lumpur. I specialise in environmental, health, and human rights issues and have my own website, Changing Times (****). I have been a journalist for more than 45 years and am a skilled editor, proofreader, and French-to-English ...

International Orangutan Day: Raising Awareness and Combating the Threats to Orangutan Survival

19 Aug 2017  |  CHANGING TIMES  |  English  |  Habitat Loss

The article discusses International Orangutan Day, highlighting the critical endangerment of Bornean and Sumatran orangutans due to habitat loss, illegal hunting, and fires, primarily caused by logging and oil palm plantations. It details the efforts of various conservation groups and researchers to protect orangutans and their habitats, including the Orangutan Land Trust, the International Institute for Environmental Development, and the Orangutan Information Centre. The article also covers the challenges of law enforcement in protecting these primates and the importance of sustainable palm oil production. It mentions the establishment of the world's first palm oil free certification trademark and the ongoing struggle to save the Leuser Ecosystem, a key orangutan habitat. The article concludes with recent rescues of baby orangutans and the arrest of a man involved in illegal wildlife trafficking.

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Biodiversity Habitat Loss International Orangutan Day Endangered Species Conservation Deforestation Palm Oil Plantations Illegal Hunting Orangutan Population Decline Environmental Protection Wildlife Rescue Illegal Wildlife Trade Sustainable Agriculture Palm Oil Certification Forest Restoration Climate Change Environmental Policy

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Barren habitats

10 Apr 2016  |  www.dawn.com  |  English  |  Biodiversity Loss

Unchecked urban development in Abbottabad is leading to significant environmental degradation, with green belts and mature trees being destroyed for construction projects. Despite a stay order from the Peshawar High Court, illegal constructions continue, exacerbating biodiversity loss and altering the city's landscape. Civil society and environmental activists are mobilizing against these developments, but authorities remain largely unresponsive. The article highlights the historical significance of Abbottabad's green spaces and the urgent need for sustainable urban planning to preserve the city's heritage and environment.

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Una Hajdari is an independent reporter largely focused on Central and Eastern Europe with experience in covering news on economic and political developments, as well as the far-right, nationalism and identity politics.

'Biggest ecocide in Ukraine': Thousands of species threatened by breach at Kakhovka Dam

07 Jun 2023  |  euronews  |  English  |  Biodiversity Loss

The collapse of the Kakhovka Dam in Ukraine has led to significant environmental damage, with the potential destruction of rare animal and plant species, as reported by the Ukrainian environment ministry. The breach on the Dnipro River has caused evacuations and risks to both human life and biodiversity. Deputy Minister Oleksandr Krasnolutskyi emphasized the severity of the ecocide, which is considered the worst since the full-scale invasion began. The flooding threatens the Black Sea Biosphere Reserve and the Oleshky Sands desert, as well as the Emerald Network conservation areas. The Dnipro River holds historical and emotional significance for Ukraine, and the current occupation by Russia complicates the response to the disaster. The ministry is seeking international condemnation of Russia and exclusion from environmental conventions due to the incident.

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Biodiversity Loss Environmental Impact of War Infrastructure Damage

Siam Sarower Jamil (Bangla: সিয়াম সারোয়ার জামিল) is a Bangladeshi journalist. He did his master's degree in Applied Chemistry & Chemical Engineering from the Islamic University, Bangladesh. There are two books óf him published so far.

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Marta is a freelance journalist and documentary filmmaker covering Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe. She has been based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, since 2012 but her work often takes her to neighbouring countries and to Poland, where she was born and lived until 2001.

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Laos farmers’ livelihoods hang by a thread as Chinese developer drains marsh

24 Apr 2023  |  The Maravi Post  |  English  |  Biodiversity Loss

The article by Marta Kasztelan focuses on the story of Tha Sara, a Cambodian widow who worked as a domestic worker in Saudi Arabia to pay off debts and support her children after her husband's death. It highlights the economic hardships faced by villagers in northeastern Cambodia due to declining fish populations and the lure of overseas work. The piece also discusses the environmental degradation of the Stung Treng flooded forest, a Ramsar site, due to hydroelectric dams on the Mekong River. The dams, particularly in China and Laos, disrupt the natural flood cycle, leading to tree deaths and loss of biodiversity. The article touches on the broader pattern of abuse and exploitation of Cambodian domestic workers abroad despite bilateral agreements. Tha Sara's story is a personal reflection of the larger issues of economic necessity driving labor migration and the environmental crisis impacting local livelihoods.

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Biodiversity Loss Labor Migration Environmental Conservation Hydroelectric Dams Economic Hardship

David Mafabi is a journalist based in Mbale, Uganda.

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I am a documentary filmmaker, photographer, multimedia journalist and conservation storyteller currently based and registered for business in Suva, Fiji. I specialise in impactful storytelling related to social justice, human rights, climate change, climate resilience, environmental conservation, ...

The Unintended Consequences of Human Actions on Global Biodiversity

05 Apr 2023  |  Hindustan Times  |  English  |  Biodiversity Loss

The article discusses the unintended ecological consequences of human activities, particularly the global spread of chytrid fungus and its devastating impact on frog and salamander populations. It traces the history of African clawed frogs used in pregnancy tests in the early 20th century, which unknowingly spread the fungus worldwide. The fungus has caused the extinction of numerous amphibian species and has been linked to a rise in malaria cases in Central America due to the decline in amphibian populations that control mosquito numbers. The article highlights the interconnectedness of human health, global trade, and the environment, emphasizing the long-term effects of biodiversity loss on ecosystems and human disease.

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Biodiversity Loss Infectious Diseases Environmental Impact

Jason Mitchell is a journalist based in Bogotá, Colombia.

A Sustainable Future: Prof. Simon Levin, Princeton University, on Ecological Early Warning Systems

15 Jan 2024  |  www.man.com  |  English  |  Biodiversity Loss

Jason Mitchell interviews Professor Simon Levin about the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach to addressing biodiversity loss, the integration of ecological and economic systems, and the development of a common language for economic reasoning to unite different disciplines in understanding nature. They discuss the interconnectedness of ecological and climate systems, the importance of early warning systems for ecological tipping points, and the challenges of political polarization in achieving collective solutions for environmental problems. The conversation also touches on the role of markets and investors in addressing nature-related risks and the complexities of valuing biodiversity.

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Elia Ntali is an award winning journalist with ten years experience writing on socio political, humanitarian and Health issues and is based in Harare, Zimbabwe.

He contributed articles to various online publication within and outside Zimbabwe including renowned international news outlets

Safeguard Zimbabwe's Wildlife and Ecosystems Govt Implored

05 Mar 2024  |  www.263chat.com  |  English  |  Biodiversity Loss

The Centre for Natural Resource Governance (CNRG) has called for immediate action to protect Zimbabwe's wildlife and ecosystems, emphasizing the use of digital innovation in conservation. CNRG highlighted the severe consequences of biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation, including economic and social impacts. They criticized unethical practices like trophy hunting and urged the Zimbabwean government to enact and enforce conservation-focused legislation, allocate resources for wildlife protection, ban trophy hunting, and promote sustainable land use. CNRG advocates for collaboration among government, INGOs, CSOs, businesses, academia, and communities to share knowledge and best practices in wildlife conservation.

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Justice Nwafor is an award-winning freelance journalist, editor and content writer. His reports have been published on multiple platforms, including the BBC, Reuters, SciDevNet, HumAngle, Earth Journalism Network, International Policy Digest, Nigerian Tribune, Ripples Nigeria, etc. His most recent ...

The Lingering Woes of Tin Mining on Plateau State's Farming Communities

05 Apr 2023  |  Tribune Online  |  English  |  Biodiversity Loss

The article investigates the long-term environmental and socio-economic impacts of tin mining on indigenous communities in Plateau State, Nigeria. Decades after large-scale mining ceased, the region still grapples with the aftermath, including soil degradation, biodiversity loss, and economic hardship. Farmers like Bung Sango face poor crop yields due to the damaged soil, while the high cost of fertilizers adds to their challenges. The Aten indigenous people, primarily farmers, are particularly affected as their cultural staple, acha, suffers. The youth are disinterested in farming, turning to other activities, including illegal mining. Studies by scientists and academics confirm the adverse effects of mining on the environment and agriculture. Despite the state government's efforts to reclaim gullies and collaborate with the World Bank's NEWMAP, many areas like Ganawuri have yet to see remediation. The article highlights the need for more effective government intervention to restore the land and support the affected communities.

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Biodiversity Loss Environmental Impact of Tin Mining Agriculture and Farming Challenges Soil Degradation Economic Hardship Government Reclamation Efforts

Akilimali Saleh Chomachoma is a dedicated and ambitious independent journalist who reports from Congo and Central Africa. He produces stories about breaking news, business, politics, justice, environment, specifically climate change, and health