Kira Walker

Egypt remains a hot spot for illegal chimp and ivory trade
Environment

Egypt remains a hot spot for illegal chimp and ivory trade

In September, customs authorities at Cairo International Airport seized 17 endangered falcons. The following month, a man was caught smuggling…
Preserving one of Egypt’s most efficient ecosystems: The mangrove
Environment

Preserving one of Egypt’s most efficient ecosystems: The mangrove

In the brackish waters lapping the shores of the Red Sea lies an unsung hero: the mangrove. Mangroves are trees…
Icecairo ‘Ecocities Camp’ discusses a more sustainable Cairo
Environment

Icecairo ‘Ecocities Camp’ discusses a more sustainable Cairo

Despite the ongoing political unrest and inclement weather last Friday, people eager to contribute to and shape a greener, cleaner…
Egypt-Saudi bridge: Is the government sacrificing natural resources for short-term gains?
Environment

Egypt-Saudi bridge: Is the government sacrificing natural resources for short-term gains?

Despite earlier cautions by environmentalists to conduct proper scientific studies before commencing building, plans for the King Abdullah Bridge, which…
Two main polluting industries, cement and charcoal, pledge to reduce emissions
Environment

Two main polluting industries, cement and charcoal, pledge to reduce emissions

  The 11th Panel Discussion of the Cairo Climate Talks was held last night at the Youth Leaders/Civic Education Center in…
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