By Danielson R. Kisanga
For many years, the mountains of East Africa have been sources of perennial streams and rivers for large but fragile ecosystems and the human populations they sustain. In recent decades, however, montane water flows have become intermittent and unpredictable.
Focusing on Mount Kilimanjaro as an example of this disturbing trend, Danielson Kisanga discusses possible causes, including climate change and changes in forest cover. He also emphasises the importance of collaboration between indigenous communities and the scientific community for correctly identifying causes and implementing participatory solutions.
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