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The report, Africa - Up in Smoke 2, is based on the latest available scientific research and evidence from those living on the front line of global warming. It shows that climate change is already having serious impacts on peoples' lives across Africa -

This publication showcases experiences from various African sub-regions to illustrate the complexity of the problems that African countries face and the multi-faceted approaches that can be adopted to ensure sustainable development.

This publication presents case studies from all over the world about the inputs of women management of natural resources and their impact in the combat against desertification.

Communities in the Sahel region (Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali) in West Africa are faced with hazards like drought year after year. Those that are chronically poor, in debt and lacking sufficient assets, struggle to cope effectively with these shocks.

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There is a strong and increasing recognition of the crucial role of water in sustainable development, but meeting competing demands will require coordinated action and considerable funding. To respond to needs, governments, international organizations

The art and science of monitoring and evaluation is crucial to am optimal implementation of national action plans. This comprehensive volume is a powerful set of instruments, drawing on inputs from OSS partners and projects across the region and beyond

Le Niger, à l'instar des autres pays africains, est confronté périodiquement à d'innombrables catastrophes naturelles ou provoquées, notamment la désertification, l’ensablement du lit des cours d’eau, les Erosions (Hydrique et Eolienne, les invasions des

The Convention opens an important new phase in the battle against desertification, but it is just a beginning. In particular, governments are regularly reviewing the action programmes. They also focus on awareness-raising, education and training, in both

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