by Salima | Mar 16, 2026 | WCP News
By Maina Malaya As the second cohort of the Environmental Crime Journalism (ECJ) Fellowship reached its conclusion, the journey came full circle in a moment marked by reflection, pride, and renewed purpose. On 26 February, fellows, partners, and stakeholders gathered...
by Salima | Feb 23, 2026 | WCP News
Despite a World Bank-backed remediation project and years of international scrutiny, Kabwe’s residents say contamination, illness, and broken promises still define daily life. By Luckson Mwale In Makululu township, 14-year-old Oliver struggles in school. Once...
by Salima | Feb 9, 2026 | WCP News
By Maina Malaya Environmental crimes, including illegal mining, deforestation, wildlife trafficking, and industrial pollution, are among the world’s most damaging illicit activities, undermining ecosystems, human health, and community livelihoods while generating an...
by Salima | Jan 5, 2026 | WCP News
By Womba Kasela A quiet invasion at dawn At sunrise, the hills of the Muchinga Escarpment echo with the groaning of heavy machinery — drowning out the birdsong and elephant calls that once defined the Chiawa Game Management Area (GMA). Behind a newly erected wire...
by Salima | Jan 5, 2026 | WCP News
By Justina Matandiko On 18 January 2025, after days of heavy rain, part of the tailings dam at Mimbula Mine on the outskirts of Chingola collapsed, releasing acidic effluent into streams that feed the Kafue river. Farmland was destroyed, water sources for three...
