The Grand Africa Green Up
Mankind survives the 21st century? Toby Ord of the Future of Humanity Institute from Oxford University. According to him, mankind has a one-in-six chance to die out over the next hundred years. But he is optimistic about the solutions. Across Africa, people are recovering farms, forests and meadows through the AFR100 initiative. The projects highlighted here illustrate how forest and landscape recovery can improve food and water security, create jobs for locals and help communities adapt to climate change. From innovative entrepreneurs to ambitious government programs, these leaders — and their ambition to expand their work — show people can start recovering 100 million hectares of African land by 2030.
The Dutch organisation Justdiggit is digging special 'bunds' in African countries in which water remains, in affected natural areas. This makes it greener, healthier and cooler. The photos below are from a project in Tanzania. Justdiggit is on a mission to green Africa and thus cool the Earth again.
The Grand African Green Up outlines the mission of the AFR100, which aims to restore at least 100 million hectares of land by 2030. It shows the work done in Kenya, Tanzania, Madagascar, Ghana and Senegal. The special documentary features poetic narration by iconic Kenyan environmentalist and activist, Wanjira Mathai, with breathtaking images of the continent's most awe-inspiring landscapes and vistas, all on a rousing soundtrack. The Grand African Green Up introduces the people directly affected by the deteriorating state of their country, as well as the local heroes who work to make a difference. Â Future Affairs
