Thousands flee to Djibouti amid Yemeni fighting
Renewed attacks in Yemen force thousands to flee across the Red Sea to Djibouti, raising serious concerns. Plus, how is rapid urban growth affecting Africa鈥檚 forests and wetlands?
More than 2,000 people have fled across the Red Sea into neighbouring Djibouti as fighting in Yemen escalates. The renewed conflict between the Iran-backed Houthi movement and the Saudi-backed Yemeni government has also displaced more than 100,000 people inside Yemen. Iran鈥慳ligned Houthi rebels have seized Yemen鈥檚 entire Red Sea coast after fierce battles with government forces, tightening their hold on crucial shipping lanes.
With thousands more seeking safety across the Red Sea. We take a closer look at the human cost of the conflict and why the latest developments matter for Africa.
And as African cities expand, forests, wetlands and other natural spaces are being cleared for development. Experts say this is altering how cities absorb heat, manage flooding and store carbon. We explore the importance of natural ecosystems to African cities.
Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna
Producers: Keikantse Shumba, Ayuba Iliya, Bella Twine and Charles Gitonga
Technical Producer: Davis Mwasaru
Senior Producer: Blessing Aderogba
Editors: Daniel Dadzie and Maryam Abdalla
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