LEO XIV NEW POPE ELECTED

Rome Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the new pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV.This historic moment marks the first time in the 2,000-year history of the Roman Catholic Church that an American has ascended to the papacy. Born in Chicago, Pope Leo XIV (pictured) is 69 years old and has had a…

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THE VOLCANO’S WRATH

Poetry by Thomas Mhando The ground it shakes, the smoke turns black,The mountain roars, there’s no way back!The lava glows, the heat so high,As fire tears across the sky.The village runs, the drums sound loud,Warnings spread across the crowd.The elders pray, the flames draw near,A force so raw, so strong, so clear.The rivers turn to…

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THE FUTURE IS IN OUR HANDS

A new book for young climate leaders! Roots & Shoots is proud to announce the arrival of an inspiring new educational resource for young people in Northern Tanzania.The Future is in Our Hands, a new book by the Greenmanjaro Foundation in collaboration with Roots & Shoots, illuminates the path for young minds, inspiring awareness, courage,…

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