In a mission straight out of a climate action movie 🎬, UNESCO has deployed a 50-member team to summit Mount Kilimanjaro—Africa’s tallest peak—to document its vanishing glaciers. The iconic mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, has lost over 80% of its ice in the last century. Scientists warn it could be ice-free by 2035 if trends continue.
🏔️ Why does this matter? Kilimanjaro’s glaciers supply water to millions in Kenya and Tanzania, supporting agriculture and ecosystems. Their rapid melt is a wake-up call for global climate efforts. The expedition aims to gather data and "make the invisible crisis visible," says a UNESCO spokesperson.
🌱 Young activists and researchers are part of the team, blending science with storytelling to engage Gen Z. Think Instagram stories meets hardcore climatology 📊❄️. As one team member put it: "We’re not just climbing a mountain—we’re racing against time."
