CLEAN : Choking on factory waste: the Nile's rising scourge

The video discusses the severe impact of industrial waste on the Nile River's ecosystem, particularly affecting fish populations and local communities reliant on fishing. It highlights the release of chemicals by factories, especially during rain, and the broader pollution issues from various waste types. The Nile Basin Initiative report warns of the unprecedented threat to biodiversity due to untreated water, pesticides, and fertilisers. With inadequate infrastructure to address these issues, the situation is expected to worsen, affecting both humans and the environment.

What is one of the main reasons for the decline in fish populations in the Nile River?

• Natural changes in the river's flow

• Introduction of invasive species

• Chemicals from factories during rain

• Overfishing by local communities

Which town in Uganda is mentioned as being affected by the depletion of fish stocks?

• Kampala

• Ginger

• Jinja

• Entebbe

What types of waste are contributing to the pollution of the Nile River?

• Medical, electronic, and oil waste

• Agricultural runoff and plastic waste

• Household garbage and sewage

• Construction debris and metal waste

What does the Nile Basin Initiative report identify as a major threat to the river's biodiversity?

• Climate change

• Untreated water, pesticides, and fertilizers

• Deforestation along the riverbanks

• Overfishing by commercial fleets

What is a significant challenge in addressing the pollution of the Nile River?

• Political disagreements among Nile Basin countries

• High cost of pollution control technologies

• Insufficient infrastructure to clean the water

• Lack of awareness among local communities