The eradication of USAID will have global ripple effects for decades. The agency, which had a budget of more than US$35 billion, was the backbone of much of the international assistance work in developing regions. This signals to other governments that they can also step back from their humanitarian commitments.
Kawawana underscores the power of Indigenous conservation while exposing the complex challenges communities confront. There’s an inherent tension in "protection": securing resources for one group can unintentionally inflict hardship on others.
With rising sea levels and increasing pressure on natural resources, Senegal's future hinges on sustainable solutions. A circular economy offers a pathway to a more resilient and equitable future for the country.
Empowering global learning goes beyond supporting institutions with funds. This is a prime example of building knowledge across cultures, languages and even continents while helping solve the climate crisis.