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Turkana Genetic Adaptation Reveals Climate Survival Edge and Emerging Health Risks

Pauline Ongaji March 25, 2026

A groundbreaking study shows how the Turkana people evolved to survive extreme dehydration in Kenya’s arid north. But as climate change and urban migration reshape lifestyles, these same genetic advantages may now increase the risk of chronic diseases, highlighting a growing public health challenge.

Conservation

How Cape Town’s Air Pollution Fight Offer Lessons for African Cities

Pauline Ongaji March 24, 2026

Cape Town’s evolving fight against air pollution is offering critical lessons for rapidly urbanising African cities. While stronger laws, real-time monitoring, and local enforcement have improved air quality management, challenges like vehicle emissions, high monitoring costs, and reliance on biomass fuels persist.

Climate Change

Africa Launches First Climate–Health Desk to Turn Weather Data into Disease Warnings

Pauline Ongaji March 17, 2026

Africa has launched its first Climate–Health Desk to turn weather data into early warnings for disease outbreaks, marking a major step in linking climate science with public health across the continent.