Pages tagged “Climate Resilience”
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Empowering Communities through Climate Resilience: Audiopedia and Deutsche Postcode Lotterie Unite for Water Management in Sub-Saharan Africa
Access to clean, reliable water is a fundamental human right—yet for millions of people living in Sub-Saharan Africa, this right is increasingly under threat. Climate change is intensifying droughts, disrupting rainfall patterns, and exacerbating water scarcity. In many communities, the responsibility for fetching water and managing household resources falls on women, who must grapple with these changing conditions on a daily basis.
Written by Marcel Heyne
February 20, 2025 -
Dengue Fever: The Climate-Driven Epidemic Sweeping Across Latin America
As the warm winds swept across Latin America this year, another silent but relentless force began to stir: the Aedes aegypti mosquito. Once largely confined to the tropics, this small but deadly insect is now spreading dengue fever far beyond its traditional territories, taking advantage of a world reshaped by climate change. In 2024, Latin America is grappling with its most severe dengue outbreak on record, affecting millions and stretching healthcare systems to their limits. At Audiopedia Foundation, we’re seeing a surge in requests for information on dengue from communities across the region. What’s behind this unprecedented outbreak? Let’s dive deeper into the factors fueling this crisis.
Written by Marcel Heyne
October 28, 2024