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Coastal ecologists, engineers and developers must find ways to balance the effects of coastal development, Professor Francesca Porri says – and one of the ways this can be achieved is through ecological engineering practices, harnessing indigenous knowledge. Photo: Supplied
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Traditional African wisdom: A modern answer to protect coastal marine life?

Population growth and increased activity in coastal areas will negatively impact marine ecosystems unless we find sustainable solutions

  • Mduduzi Mbiza
3 min read