Global study maps tropical forests based on diverse canopy
Landmark study maps tropical forests' canopy traits, revealing functional diversity and ecological strategies across the globe.
Science Daily1d
Satellite image analysis delivers new insight into the functional diversity of tropical forests
Satellite images from space are allowing scientists to delve deeper into the individual functions of different tropical forest canopies with new and surprising results. Understanding tree traits and ...
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Why isn’t AFRICOM in Africa? Here’s a look at the command’s history and its uncertain future
STUTTGART, Germany — U.S. Africa Command was in the political crosshairs even before it stood up 18 years ago in Germany’s ...
The Economist3d
America’s strikes on the Houthis could whip up a regional tempest
First, it wants to stop the Houthis’ strikes on ships in the Red Sea; they have hit more than 130 vessels in protest against ...
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South Africa: Specno calls on Government to work hand-in-hand with industry stakeholders to finalise comprehensive AI Policy
South Africa’s private sector remains ready to fully leverage AI technology for the benefit of the country. Microsoft has ...
Map Shows China-Owned Mine Where Acid Spill Caused 'Catastrophic' Pollution
China's Sino-Metals Leach Zambia has been ordered to compensate all farmers and consumers affected by dam breach in the Kafue ...
Nature5d
Swarms of satellites are harming astronomy. Here’s how researchers are fighting back
SpaceX and other companies plan to launch tens of thousands of satellites, which could mar astronomical observations and pollute the atmosphere.
Ecofin Agency13d
Satellite Technology: A Game Changer for SSA’s Digital Transformation (ATU)
Once hailed in the early 2000s as the ideal solution to Africa's internet access challenges, fiber optic networks have struggled to expand steadily. However, after significant advancements in ...
The New York Times15d
Africa Received Billions in U.S. Aid. Here’s What It Will Lose.
U.S.A.I.D. The United States spent decades responding to conflicts and disease in Africa. The continent is now expected to be the hardest hit by the Trump administration’s aid cuts. The United ...
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Ukraine updates: US firm blocks access to satellite imagery
US aerospace company Maxar Technologies company disabled access to its US-funded satellite imagery for Ukraine ... Open-source maps showed on Friday that Ukrainian troops that carried out an ...
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SEACOM taps Q-KON to expand LEO satellite connectivity in Africa
Subsea cable provider Seacom tapped satellite firm Q-KON to enhance its LEO satellite services, and bolster the resiliency of its network across its footprint in Africa. The companies explained, LEO ...