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Breathing new life into electronic waste

January 21, 2021

A startup in Abidjan is showing young creative people how to turn electronic waste into something innovative to give it a new life. In many cases the objects can simply be repaired and reused.

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Eco Africa — The Environment Magazine

At DW’s Eco Africa, we are dedicated to promoting innovative concepts that safeguard our environment and enhance our livelihoods. Our weekly program highlights inspiring ideas from Africa and Europe, focusing on sustainable living and technology-driven solutions to the climate crisis.

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