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Dam your Dam!

Posted on October 4, 2026 by borderslynn

As Egypt is threatened with losing its vital water supply, the building of dams in the region highlights the fragility of water supply in North Africa. History: In 1843 it was decided to build a series of diversion dams (barrages … Continue reading →

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Lake Victoria, Africa : the Largest Tropical Lake in the World

Posted on December 14, 2019 by borderslynn

Those of us who live in the UK are familiar with the image of Ireland and its relative size compared to the size of the joined lands of Scotland, England and Wales. Image of the British Isles In Africa, the … Continue reading →

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