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The power of plants for our lives and cities | Eco Africa

March 27, 2025

Greening city homes in Uganda. And: Using an invasive plant in Kenya to cut plastic use. Plus: Unlocking the secrets of an age-old potato variety to secure a staple in times of climate change. And: Turning old vegetable oil into biofuel.

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