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#Geojournalism. Mapping stories on water and environment in the #Nile River Basin. Cross-border multimedia investigative reporting.
Despite logging bans in DRC, illegal timber from its protected forests is quietly powering Rwanda’s booming wood market.

Fueled by corruption & conflict, this trade threatens Congo’s rainforests, and the future for climate, wildlife & communities.

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November 4, 2025 at 8:04 AM
In Eastern DRC’s Nyiragongo camp, displaced by M23 rebels, residents face a severe water shortage. Many are forced to drink contaminated water, raising the risk of cholera and other diseases, while the overwhelmed healthcare system.

➡️full story: bit.ly/4fI9vhR
#EverydayNile #WaterCrisis
November 4, 2025 at 7:59 AM
From DRC’s endangered forests to S. Sudan’s furniture markets, a thriving but shadowy timber trade is quietly unfolding.

Despite border controls, hardwood like mahogany & teak slip through, fueling workshops while stripping rainforests bare.

Read 👉 bit.ly/3SP5wXf
October 30, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Tilapia is the most abundant fish in Egypt, and it is known for its resilience and unique characteristics that enable it to survive various challenging conditions.

#SciWednesdays #NileWell
October 29, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Tilapia have a high tolerance for various pollutants, which allows them to accumulate these harmful substances in their bodies. As these pollutants build up, they can damage vital organs such as the liver, gills, and kidneys.

#SciWednesdays #NileWell
October 29, 2025 at 2:02 PM
A study published in 2022 Shows there is a direct relationship between human activities & pollution of water bodies, confirming the physiological & histopathological impact of heavy metals such as (iron manganese, zinc, copper, cadmium, and lead) on various organs of Nile tilapia
October 29, 2025 at 2:02 PM
"Stronger enforcement of water-pollution laws, regular monitoring of water bodies, and improvement of lake/pond environments are essential to safeguard fish stocks and human health." - Rahma Diaa
October 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Egypt ranks first in tilapia production in Africa and third globally. In 2021, it achieved a total fish production of 2.3 million tons across various species, with tilapia alone accounting for more than half of this output.

#SciWednesdays #NileWell
October 29, 2025 at 1:59 PM
"Additionally, fish may migrate from one polluted location to another in search of cleaner environments, which results in certain lakes becoming devoid of specific species that cannot tolerate pollution like others." - Dr. Sally Salah El-Din
#SciWednesdays #NileWell
October 29, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Fish farming helps meet demand and keep tilapia affordable, but farmed systems have their own environmental and water-quality issues (drainage water use, closed systems).
#SciWednesday #NileWell
October 29, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Government data indicate the removal of 5,223 cases of encroachment on Lake Manzala and the dredging of 1,500 acres in the Baltim area of Lake Borollos with the installation of a gravel filter and four air exchangers to improve the properties of the water in Lake Qaroun
October 29, 2025 at 1:54 PM
“In a series of studies conducted at our institute, we observed elevated levels of pollutants and heavy metals in these organs. The greater the accumulation of pollutants, the more dangerous it becomes for both the fish and those who consume them,” says Dr Sally.
#SciWednesdays
October 29, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Studies by the National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries show pollution in the Nile & Egyptian lakes is causing tilapia and other fish to retain high levels of toxins (heavy metals/hydrocarbons) in their organs.
#SciWednesdays #NileWell
October 29, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Dr. Sally Salaah, an associate Professor at the National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (NIOF) Pollution Lab – Egypt research bridges wastewater pollution and aquatic health in Egypt's inland lakes.

#SciWednesdays #NileWell
October 29, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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Natural fisheries are under threat: pollution (heavy metals, hydrocarbons) is harming fish health and reducing species diversity in lakes and the Nile.

Link: l1nq.com/mWMjq
#SciWednesdays #NileWell
October 29, 2025 at 1:25 PM
With fish farming accounting for 85% of tilapia production and natural fisheries declining due to contamination in Egypt, the industry is built on a high-risk foundation.

Join us today for this discussion at 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Register Now: shorturl.at/pEnpJ
#SciWednesdays #NileWell
October 29, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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In October '25, the R5.2-bn Red Rocket solar park became the first and only project to move forward as part of Eskom's land lease scheme - which we've been following since '22. Read our latest investigation to learn more about what we discovered: bit.ly/48vSGpT
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October 29, 2025 at 8:12 AM
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September 1, 2024 at 6:21 PM
Climate-smart agriculture isn’t just a buzzword; it’s saving lives!

When the rains stopped and the streams dried up, farmers in Lira & Otuke didn’t give up, they adapted.

They are thriving and securing their futures amid climate uncertainty.

Here's how👇

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Climate-Smart Agriculture Practices Turns into a Life-Saving Project for Rural Farmers in Lira and Otuke Districts. - InfoNile
Some farmers in Lira and Otuke have demonstrated the potential of climate-smart agricultural practices to transform the lives of smallholder farmers and contribute to the achievement of Uganda’s clima...
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October 27, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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East Africa, has numerous lakes that support very important fisheries providing a livelihood to millions of people, and contributing significantly to the food supply.

In many of these lakes, however, fisheries are reaching a state of maturity and unsustainability.

📸 Fredrick Mugira
October 27, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Heard of a tailor swapping his sewing machine for fish ponds & beehives?

Meet Richard Obua from Lira District, once a tailor, now a climate-smart entrepreneur, transforming wetlands with fish ponds, beehives & trees.

Get inspired👇
bit.ly/4nBrURs

#ClimateSmartAgriculture
From Tailoring to Tilapia: Lira Man’s Journey from Sewing Machines to Sustainable Wealth - InfoNile
Once a practising tailor, Obua today stands out as a champion of climate-smart enterprise.
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October 27, 2025 at 8:41 AM
Don't miss our upcoming #ScienceWednesdays on October 29th, 2025.

Topic: Egypt's Tilapia: Cheap, Plentiful, but Polluted.

Time: 4 pm - 5:30 pm EAT
Register Now; shorturl.at/pEnpJ
#SciWednesdays #NileWell #FoodSecurity
October 27, 2025 at 8:28 AM
Don’t miss our #SciWednesdays next week!

Topic: Egypt's Tilapia: Cheap, Plentiful, but Polluted

Time: 4pm - 5:30pm EAT

Register Now; shorturl.at/pEnpJ
#SciWednesdays #NileWell
October 23, 2025 at 1:03 PM
The #CSOForum2025 has emphasised the need for enhanced coordination with districts to harmonise efforts and align with national development plans.

Visit our exhibition booth to know some of our projects and programs founded on this pillar. - Delly Sive, Communications officer at InfoNile.
October 2, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Innovation in WASH isn't just about technology, it's about restoring dignity, saving time, and giving communities control over their future.

Innovative solutions start with empowering local communities!

#WASHInnovation #CSOForum2025
October 2, 2025 at 3:49 PM