Ethiopia 🇪🇹 harbors many unique endemic plant species, but several face extinction. The Gulelle Botanical Garden is leading an effort to conserve medicinal plants. Story co-produced by journalist Tewodros Kassa & scientist Fikadu Erenso. Read: infonile.org/en/2025/10/e... #TopStories2025

Lake Turkana, the world’s largest desert lake is rising, not shrinking. Ancestral homes, schools & livelihoods now lie underwater as the desert lake swallows its shores. Communities are confronting a future rewritten by rising waters. Read: infonile.org/en/2026/01/l...

Lake Turkana, the world’s largest desert lake is rising, not shrinking. Ancestral homes, schools & livelihoods now lie underwater as the desert lake swallows its shores. Communities are confronting a future rewritten by rising waters. Read: infonile.org/en/2026/01/l...

Burundi's eucalyptus is drying water sources, degrading soil & threatening biodiversity. Communities are pioneering mixed-species reforestation. This story was co-produced by journalist Bizimana Arthur and scientist André Nduwimana. #TopStories2025 🔗 shorturl.at/8GaPo

Illegal, unregulated fishing is devastating East Africa's lakes from Tanzania to DRC. Weak enforcement & corruption cripple communities on Lake Victoria. The story series exposes the crisis & demands action. #CaughtInCrisis Read now: 👇 url-shortener.me/6VAW

In DRC's Ituri, villages like Makoko II lose forests that fed & sheltered them. "Trees are gone," says farmer Jean-Marie. Tenywa Gerald & Tali Joel, supported by Global Forest Watch explore how illegal timber moves from DRC to Kampala. #TopStories2025 #DRCTimberTrade url-shortener.me/6K64

Our Ethiopian co-production program grantee, Demise Tareke, won an award at the 2025 African Science Journalism Awards, held during the World Conference of Science Journalists in Pretoria. This award celebrates his excellence in African science storytelling. #WCSJ2025

From DRC’s forests to Nairobi’s high-end furniture shops. At the Kasindi border, trucks face unofficial fees/bribes before loading. Experts warn that porous borders & language barriers complicate efforts to verify documents. Read more 👇 bit.ly/3MBaIy9

Burundi’s 🇧🇮 Kibira forest, once a lush National Park, is being cleared for tea☕️. As plantations spread, #biodiversity fades & climate resilience weakens. Is the price of tea worth the loss of a forest🌲? - Arthur Bizimana @pulitzercenter.org Read more 👉 shorturl.at/UliDe

Of the 24,787 water sources available in Burundi in 2019, 10% have already dried up, and 6% are in the process of disappearing. Only 72% water sources are in good condition, according to Jérémie Nkinahatemba, former Director General of Environment and Sanitation. #NoWater

As Kibira's water sources disappear, locals in Burundi are left stranded - walking miles for water, facing failed harvests & losing hope. Deforestation & poor land use are turning a once-lush forest into a water-scarce crisis. - Bizimana Arthur @pulitzercenter.org infonile.org/en/2025/11/n...

Despite logging bans in DRC, illegal timber from its protected forests is quietly powering Rwanda’s booming wood market. Fueled by corruption & conflict, this trade threatens Congo’s rainforests, and the future for climate, wildlife & communities. bit.ly/447W1J3

In Eastern DRC’s Nyiragongo camp, displaced by M23 rebels, residents face a severe water shortage. Many are forced to drink contaminated water, raising the risk of cholera and other diseases, while the overwhelmed healthcare system. ➡️full story: bit.ly/4fI9vhR #EverydayNile #WaterCrisis

From DRC’s endangered forests to S. Sudan’s furniture markets, a thriving but shadowy timber trade is quietly unfolding. Despite border controls, hardwood like mahogany & teak slip through, fueling workshops while stripping rainforests bare. Read 👉 bit.ly/3SP5wXf

Tilapia is the most abundant fish in Egypt, and it is known for its resilience and unique characteristics that enable it to survive various challenging conditions. #SciWednesdays #NileWell

Tilapia have a high tolerance for various pollutants, which allows them to accumulate these harmful substances in their bodies. As these pollutants build up, they can damage vital organs such as the liver, gills, and kidneys. #SciWednesdays #NileWell

A study published in 2022 Shows there is a direct relationship between human activities & pollution of water bodies, confirming the physiological & histopathological impact of heavy metals such as (iron manganese, zinc, copper, cadmium, and lead) on various organs of Nile tilapia

"Stronger enforcement of water-pollution laws, regular monitoring of water bodies, and improvement of lake/pond environments are essential to safeguard fish stocks and human health." - Rahma Diaa

Egypt ranks first in tilapia production in Africa and third globally. In 2021, it achieved a total fish production of 2.3 million tons across various species, with tilapia alone accounting for more than half of this output. #SciWednesdays #NileWell

"Additionally, fish may migrate from one polluted location to another in search of cleaner environments, which results in certain lakes becoming devoid of specific species that cannot tolerate pollution like others." - Dr. Sally Salah El-Din #SciWednesdays #NileWell

Fish farming helps meet demand and keep tilapia affordable, but farmed systems have their own environmental and water-quality issues (drainage water use, closed systems). #SciWednesday #NileWell

Government data indicate the removal of 5,223 cases of encroachment on Lake Manzala and the dredging of 1,500 acres in the Baltim area of Lake Borollos with the installation of a gravel filter and four air exchangers to improve the properties of the water in Lake Qaroun

“In a series of studies conducted at our institute, we observed elevated levels of pollutants and heavy metals in these organs. The greater the accumulation of pollutants, the more dangerous it becomes for both the fish and those who consume them,” says Dr Sally. #SciWednesdays

Studies by the National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries show pollution in the Nile & Egyptian lakes is causing tilapia and other fish to retain high levels of toxins (heavy metals/hydrocarbons) in their organs. #SciWednesdays #NileWell

Dr. Sally Salaah, an associate Professor at the National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (NIOF) Pollution Lab – Egypt research bridges wastewater pollution and aquatic health in Egypt's inland lakes. #SciWednesdays #NileWell

We are Live! Join Us! Natural fisheries are under threat: pollution (heavy metals, hydrocarbons) is harming fish health and reducing species diversity in lakes and the Nile. Link: l1nq.com/mWMjq #SciWednesdays #NileWell

With fish farming accounting for 85% of tilapia production and natural fisheries declining due to contamination in Egypt, the industry is built on a high-risk foundation. Join us today for this discussion at 4:00 - 5:30 pm Register Now: shorturl.at/pEnpJ #SciWednesdays #NileWell

In October '25, the R5.2-bn Red Rocket solar park became the first and only project to move forward as part of Eskom's land lease scheme - which we've been following since '22. Read our latest investigation to learn more about what we discovered: bit.ly/48vSGpT @gijn.org @mobilize-za.bsky.social

Here you go. 🫡 Please share widely to help develop the dataviz community of Bluesky. 📊 go.bsky.app/R3nSyyy

Climate-smart agriculture isn’t just a buzzword; it’s saving lives! When the rains stopped and the streams dried up, farmers in Lira & Otuke didn’t give up, they adapted. They are thriving and securing their futures amid climate uncertainty. Here's how👇 infonile.org/en/2025/10/c...

East Africa, has numerous lakes that support very important fisheries providing a livelihood to millions of people, and contributing significantly to the food supply. In many of these lakes, however, fisheries are reaching a state of maturity and unsustainability. 📸 Fredrick Mugira

Heard of a tailor swapping his sewing machine for fish ponds & beehives? Meet Richard Obua from Lira District, once a tailor, now a climate-smart entrepreneur, transforming wetlands with fish ponds, beehives & trees. Get inspired👇 bit.ly/4nBrURs #ClimateSmartAgriculture

Don't miss our upcoming #ScienceWednesdays on October 29th, 2025. Topic: Egypt's Tilapia: Cheap, Plentiful, but Polluted. Time: 4 pm - 5:30 pm EAT Register Now; shorturl.at/pEnpJ #SciWednesdays #NileWell #FoodSecurity

Don’t miss our #SciWednesdays next week! Topic: Egypt's Tilapia: Cheap, Plentiful, but Polluted Time: 4pm - 5:30pm EAT Register Now; shorturl.at/pEnpJ #SciWednesdays #NileWell

The #CSOForum2025 has emphasised the need for enhanced coordination with districts to harmonise efforts and align with national development plans. Visit our exhibition booth to know some of our projects and programs founded on this pillar. - Delly Sive, Communications officer at InfoNile.

Innovation in WASH isn't just about technology, it's about restoring dignity, saving time, and giving communities control over their future. Innovative solutions start with empowering local communities! #WASHInnovation #CSOForum2025

About today at Protea Kampala Hotel for the UWASHNET 15th Annual WASH CSOs Forum. The theme is "WASH Innovations for Sustainable Development." #CSOForum2025

For our #SciWednesday next week on Wednesday, 8th, 2025. The discussion is on Ethiopia's Endemic Plants Under Threat under the theme "Healing Nature, Healing People." Time: 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm EAT. Register Now: shorturl.at/JdwPF #SciWednesdays

Do not forget to register for our #SciWednesday next week on Wednesday, 8th, 2025. We will be discussing Ethiopia's Endemic Plants Under Threat under the theme "Healing Nature, Healing People." Time: 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm EAT. Register Now: shorturl.at/JdwPF #SciWednesdays

Join our #SciWednesday next week!!! 80%+ of Ethiopians use traditional medicine, making endemic plants essential. But species like Embus (Rhus glutinosa) are near extinction. Join this discussion on Wednesday, 8th October 2025. Register now: shorturl.at/JdwPF

Our #SciWednesdays are Back!!! In Ethiopia, traditional healers like Uztaz Nuru Jemal rely on endemic plants for cures, from Eret (Aloe Monticola) for wounds to Fenugrik for diabetes. Join this discussion on wednesday 8th October 2025. Register now: shorturl.at/JdwPF

Randomized controlled trials are a key tool to study cause and effect. Why do they matter and how do they work?

Only two Northern White rhinos remain, and both are female

The drive for agriculture, particularly rice farming in Lira City, is pushing locals deeper into the River Aswa Catchment wetlands. Land is so scarce that we're seeing alarming wetland loss due to population pressure. Read more: surl.li/dknhfu

For millions of Egyptian families, tilapia is the most affordable source of animal protein. But behind its resilience lies a hidden threat: polluted waters that expose both fish & consumers to dangerous contaminants. Here's Egypt’s Tilapia Dilemma: infonile.org/en/2025/09/e...

Through EverydayNile, the Nile citizens have been empowered to share their unique perspectives. While online platforms presented limitations, the power of visuals and storytelling transcended these barriers. #EverydayNile

In Lira’s Aswa River catchment, women like Anna Akello balance farming, childcare, and sand mining to survive, but at a huge cost to their health & the environment. SOLUTION - Sustainable alternatives like poultry, piggery & fish farming. Here's more 👉 bit.ly/4pESUB2

Co-founded by two journalists, @infonile.bsky.social has grown into a sprawling ecosystem of cross-border investigations, multimedia storytelling, and data-driven reporting across the Nile Basin’s 11 countries. From the @reutersinstitute.bsky.social. https://twp.ai/9PV8SP

Smuggled mahogany An @infonile.bsky.social investigation reveals how illegally harvested timber from eastern DRC is funneled through Uganda into Kenya, bypassing logging bans via forged permits, elite protection & armed group collusion. https://twp.ai/1D2nkv3

We know more about the surface of the moon than we do about the deep sea. Yet the ocean sustains our lives in more ways than we realize — producing over half of the oxygen we breathe, feeding over 3 billion people, and regulating our climate. #WorldOceansDay2025 #UNOC3 #UNOC25