What's Inside:
Climate Change: A concerted international effort is urgently needed to ensure that Africa does not slip into climate-induced chaos. Page 1
Commentary: Decisions taken now on Africa's water and energy infrastructure will set the stage for the next 50 years. We'd better get it right. Page 2
China: Africa's new best friend is building dams with serious social and environmental impacts. Page 3
Ethiopia:
A water storage dilemma – small, medium or large dams? – is being played out in Africa's "water tower." Page 4
World Bank: An internal conflict pits Bank staff advocating "small is beautiful" water solutions for the poor against those pushing for more big dams. Page 6
Zambezi River: Dam re-operation could help restore Kafue Flats. Page 7
Map: A look at Africa's proposed dams, plus an alternative vision for Africa's rivers. Page 8
Dam Legacy: Lack of development for those who sacrificed most for Africa's dams has prompted affected communities and NGOs to fight for justice. Page 10
Renewables: Clean energy makes inroads across the continent. Page 12
Micro-Hydro: A first-hand account from Cameroon. Page 13
Congo River: An update on the Grand Inga project, Africa's largest dam. Page 14
Mozambique: Chinese pledge to support Zambezi dam. Page 16