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Eco Africa — The Environment Magazine

October 13, 2022

This week on Eco Africa we see how an app can help farmers in Ghana get their livestock vaccinated, we take a closer look at organic farming and hear how climate change is affecting whales that annually migrate to South Africa's coast.

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DW's Eco Africa

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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