Beverly Ochiang, a security and media analyst, discusses the Malian government’s recent settlement with Barrick Gold, emphasizing the economic implications and local infrastructure development. Ataleh Ayele, a seismologist, analyzes the unexpected volcanic eruption in Ethiopia's Afar region, highlighting the lack of monitoring and potential health impacts. Lastly, Jonah Ratsibazafi, a primatologist, sheds light on Madagascar's lemur conservation challenges, linking hunting pressures to urban demand and expressing hope for conservation progress through ecotourism.
