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An acid spill at a Chinese mine has contaminated the Kafue River in Zambia, affecting millions. The incident involved a collapsed tailings dam, resulting in the release of 50 million …
Contamination Crisis: Kafue River in Zambia Affected by Chinese Mine Spill Read More
WaterAid Ghana has condemned illegal mining, describing it as a major threat to water security in the nation. The organization highlights alarming declines in water quality and access, especially in …
WaterAid Ghana Urges Action Against Illegal Mining Amid Water Crisis Read More
The Copperbelt Province of Zambia faces an environmental crisis due to mining activities, exemplified by a severe contamination incident in February 2025. The incident raised questions about mining operations’ environmental …
The Environmental Crisis in Zambia’s Copperbelt: An Urgent Call for Reform Read More
Residents around Lake Titicaca, particularly Indigenous communities, are grappling with the impacts of climate change and pollution. They are reporting dwindling water levels and a decline in biodiversity. Community leaders …
Lake Titicaca: Indigenous Communities Confront Climate Change and Pollution Challenges Read More
The construction of a four-lane highway in the Brazilian Amazon has led to the destruction of eight miles of rainforest, raising environmental concerns ahead of the COP30 Climate Summit in …
Controversy Surrounds Amazon Deforestation for COP30 Highway Construction Read More
In 2024, Pakistan was ranked as the third most polluted country, with PM2.5 levels reaching 73.7 micrograms per cubic meter. Key cities such as Lahore and Peshawar remain heavily polluted. …
Pakistan Ranked Third Most Polluted Country in 2024 World Air Quality Report Read More
Iraq is facing a severe environmental crisis due to crude oil leaks contaminating land and water sources, endangering agriculture and public health. Residents report visible environmental damage in regions like …
Iraq’s Environmental Crisis: The Threat of Oil Pollution to Health and Agriculture Read More
A report finds that most of the world breathes polluted air, with only 17% of cities meeting air quality guidelines. The worst air quality is noted in Chad, Congo, Bangladesh, …
Report Highlights Majority of Global Population Breathing Polluted Air Read More
This article discusses environmental racism, reflecting on how marginalized communities are disproportionately affected by climate change. It cites the Brazilian census revealing inadequate sanitation in the North region while highlighting …
Understanding Environmental Racism: Climate Change’s Impact on Marginalized Communities Read More
The repeal of the mining ban in El Salvador raises environmental concerns as the San Sebastián River has become polluted from an old gold mine. Critics argue that mining will …
El Salvador’s Mining Resurgence: Environmental Risks and Economic Opportunities Read More