Quote by David Attenborough

People talk about doom-laden scenarios happening in the future: they are happening in Africa now. You can see it perfectly clearly. Periodic famines are due to too many people living on land that can't sustain them.

People talk about doom-laden scenarios happening in the futu

Summary

This quote emphasizes the urgency of addressing the current issues faced by Africa rather than focusing solely on potential future problems. It asserts that the continent is already experiencing a series of calamities, notably famines resulting from overpopulation and unsustainable land use. By highlighting this reality, the quote urges immediate action and highlights the need for sustainable development and humanitarian aid in order to alleviate the existing crises in Africa.

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