Summary
Africa faces a number of critical challenges. The environment continues to deteriorate; social and economic inequality is increasing; globalization is sweeping across the world, largely leaving Africa behind. Rapid changes in the global economy, in consumption patterns and in population and demographics are having a negative impact on the environment.
Without sustainable development, it will be difficult to solve Africa’s problems. It is not enough to simply say we have a conservation plan for nature, and natural resources. We have also to look at the impact of environmental change on people. The people who are struggling to survive are most vulnerable to environmental change, and suffer most from its effects. We must give these people a chance to live a better life.
Africa is a continent of great natural riches, biodiversity and vast unspoiled landscapes. These assets must be valued and preserved, in order to bring benefits to all. The decisions made today and tomorrow will define the kind of environment present and future generations will enjoy.
Deliverables
REMINDER: The following items are due by the end of this lesson (see the Calendar tab in ANGEL for specific due dates). Detailed information about the assignments and submission directions are included in this lesson.
- Discussion Forum Posting: Women for African Conservation
- Topic-Specific Assignment: The Fate of the Mountain Gorillas
- Discussion Forum Posting : Globalizing African Conservation
