In Africa, money, ethnicity and family connections still count more toward success than does hard work. Bribes usually trump talent; corruption tops integrity.
Young Africans hoping to follow in Obama’s footsteps — even those with the same name — may face disappointment and disillusionment.
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East Africa is set to get a natural boost next year by tapping into the sizeable reservoir of geothermal energy in its Rift Valley, according to a statement released by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
Engineers using new seismic tools to locate hot spots hit powerful veins of steam, warmed by heat from Earth’s core, [...]
Kenya’s stunning landscapes make it a hugely popular tourism destination, but until now, Kenya’s forests have been under-utilised, under-appreciated and consequently under-valued. This is set to change, however, due to two developments that have the potential to create considerable synergies: The creation of the new Kenya Forest Service (KFS) and the emerging carbon market.
The Government [...]