Romain Loury
Freelance journalist
Freelance journalist
Biography
Articles
What next after El Niño? La Niña?
by Romain Loury
El Niño effects are still being felt, with dramatic consequences for agriculture. La Niña, now looming large, threatens to wreak further havoc on farming in Africa.
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How climate change is affecting crops
by Romain Loury
Agricultural yields are not the only thing under threat from climate change. A warmer climate could also make staple food crops more toxic.
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The risks of increasing consumption
by Romain Loury
Charcoal, a low-cost fuel for many households, is a threat to Africa’s forests. Across the continent, consumption could double or even triple by 2050.
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Food security under threat in Africa
by Romain Loury
Whilst the impacts of El Niño on climate and global agriculture have been well covered, its effects on health and nutrition have been less prevalent. Droughts caused by the latest event have led to acute malnutrition in countries of Southern Africa, whilst ongoing climate impacts threaten food security worldwide.
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