fossil Politics
This track investigates our massive dependence on fossil fuels and builds from the power of the communities who subsidise this perverse industry and who suffer gross despoliation. We believe that a transition from fossil fuels must be rapid and urgent and devoid of distractions by way of fixes that depend on the status quo.
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Impacts of Extractivism on Coastal Communities
FishNet Alliance General Assembly and Conference Declaration (10th August 2023, St Louis, Senegal) The scramble for Africa is once more very visible and evident, just by looking at the rate at which Europe and America are pushing for gas exploitation in the continent...
Attitudes On Renewable Energy And Climate Change In West Africa
The report is concise and accessible for the policy maker as well as the community person. It is also presented in an easy-to-read manner. As the climate crisis unfolds in multifaceted ways, dithering is not an option. This is the time for Africa to take needed...
HOMEF visits HYPREP, NIMASA and others
The Niger Delta is home to one of the largest mangrove forests in the world and doubles as the region with the largest mangrove forest in Africa. The region is generally rich in biodiversity. Unfortunately, oil exploration and exploitation have had, and still have,...
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Africa caught in the Fossil Trap
African economies, which rely heavily on fossil natural resources, have been plagued by a host of challenges, including low living standards, stunted economic growth, corruption, and political turmoil. In light of these realities, this report delves into the root causes of the issues plaguing the industry and sheds light on the unforeseen consequences of Africa’s fossil fuel sector. It uncovers the devastating impacts of fossil fuel dependency, such as pervasive pollution, ecological degradation, and the displacement of indigenous communities. It offers insights into how African countries can effectively plan and transition toward a future that is less dependent on fossil fuels.