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Eco Africa — The Environment Magazine

This week on Eco Africa we see why sand is a valuable resource that needs to be used more wisely, we meet the locals in Cameroon's Ebo Forest who are protecting rare primates and we learn how to make pencils from old newspapers.

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DW's Eco Africa

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Eco Africa — The Environment Magazine

DW's Eco Africa showcases innovative concepts and best practice projects from Africa and Europe and presents environment and climate change ideas that inspire others to get on board or start something of their own.

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