More children die of illness due to contaminated water than from war
Hundreds of millions of youth are at risk of contracting water-borne diseases because more countries suffer from conflicts.
Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso is a landlocked nation in West Africa that was formerly known as Upper Volta. Its name, changed in 1984, means "Land of Incorruptible People." The country has faced significant political instability, including several military coups and a rise in security challenges in recent years.
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Transition to renewable energy lags behind Paris treaty climate goals
High shares of renewables are being integrated in the power sector, but not fast enough to fight climate change.