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Eco Africa - The Environment Magazine

December 23, 2022

On this week's Eco Africa, we meet young dedicated eco-activists in Ivory Coast and find out how a German startup is producing chocolate without cocoa.

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DW's Eco Africa

Eco Africa — The Environment Magazine

DW's Eco Africa showcases innovative concepts and best practice projects from Africa and Europe and presents environment and climate change ideas that inspire others to get on board or start something of their own.

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