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Eco Africa — The Environment Magazine

March 18, 2022

This week on Eco Africa we see how Cameroon is boosting its power grid with solar energy, hear about an Egyptian musician who makes instruments from trash and learn how a French city is offering sustainable school meals.

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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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