To keep wildlife from leaving Kenya’s semi-arid Tsavo West National Park, a local conservationist started a ‘Go Fund Me’ online call to raise money to bring water directly to the animals.

An activist in Niger is creating jobs for locals by making seat cushions out of used tires. Additionally the recycled cushions are more comfortable and even last longer than traditional Sahel ones.

The project “Agropolitan City” could be the future of the semi-urban environment and a solution to migratory challenges. This concept can enhance the lives of millions of poor families in Africa.

Zimbabwe, once the breadbasket of southern Africa, is largely dependent on food assistance due to drought caused by El Nino weather. Scientists have a solution: drought-resistant maize seed varieties.

A Tunisian brewer is one of four big companies taking a hands-on approach to reducing energy consumption. Its initiative is part of a campaign to raise awareness of efficient power alternatives.

Based on Asian rickshaws, the City Cruiser is a green, electric bike taxi that cruises through the streets of cities around the world. Eco hero and inventor Stefan Kruschel has even built a solar-powered version.

At Drill Ranch in Nigeria, baby drills orphaned by hunters have grown up to lead troops of their own — and perhaps secure the future of one of the world's most endangered primates.

When lions and people live side-by-side, it doesn't always end well — often for the big cats. In Uganda, one group is trying to persuade locals to protect the charismatic animals that often attack their livestock.

Evanna Lyons and Alexis Cronin turn plastic waste collected from the streets of Arusha in Tanzania into stylish sofas, desks, seats and cushions.

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world, but coffee cultivation contributes to greenhouse gases. Now an industrial designer has found a sustainable use for coffee waste.