Environmental Issues, Youth Engagement, Sustainability, Policy Development, Natural Resources, Public Awareness, Government Priorities, Education and Environment, Health and Environment, Future Generations

Newswatch . 30 October 1993 . Pg 37

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In a dialogue with Newswatch editor Mercy Ette, Mostafa Tolba, former executive director of the United Nations Environment Programme, discusses the environmental challenges facing Africa. He expresses concern over the lack of clear environmental policies and trained professionals in African countries, which often prioritize education, housing, and healthcare over environmental protection. Tolba emphasizes that the public's awareness of environmental issues is still low, leading to insufficient pressure on governments to act. He believes that the younger generation holds the key to future environmental progress, as they are more aware of these issues compared to previous generations.

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In a dialogue with Newswatch editor Mercy Ette, Mostafa Tolba, former executive director of the United Nations Environment Programme, discusses the environmental challenges facing Africa. He expresses concern over the lack of clear environmental policies and trained professionals in African countries, which often prioritize education, housing, and healthcare over environmental protection. Tolba emphasizes that the public's awareness of environmental issues is still low, leading to insufficient pressure on governments to act. He believes that the younger generation holds the key to future environmental progress, as they are more aware of these issues compared to previous generations.