Shea trees are an incredible resource, providing benefits for generations. However, farming expansion, charcoal production, and changing land use are threatening their survival -- and the knowledge needed to protect them. The International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List now classifies shea trees as vulnerable, with more than half ...
In West Africa, a nonprofit initiative named SHE is enabling girls to access education by providing school uniforms that can adapt to their size as they grow. By employing local women as seamstresses, this enterprise offers an alternative to the high costs of school uniforms, a key barrier to education ...
Recently global demand for shea butter has increased, driving this industry to expand in Ghana and Nigeria. This natural remedy, traditionally used in Africa to treat dry skin and eczema, is now found in products such as cosmetics, confectionery and biofuels. The oily kernels of the shea fruit are processed ...
