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Eco Africa — The Environment Magazine

January 6, 2022

On this week's Eco Africa, we take a ride on the train connecting Mombasa and Nairobi, see how a group is trying to save an endangered seal species and find out a way to recycle all those discarded face masks.

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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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