Serbia’s anti-corruption whistleblowers, ancient farming techniques return, townships reclaim jazz

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In today’s edition of Squirrel News, we’re talking about Serbia’s whistleblowers pushing the government for political accountability, the adoption of ancient farming techniques in the Bolivian Andes, and a South African musical event bringing back jazz to the townships.

Whistleblowers in Serbia fight systemic corruption

While uncovering more than 700 corruption cases, this Serbian whistleblower portal has helped pass the Serbian Whistleblower Protection Law, inspiring others across the EU.

Source: Tea After Twelve

Bolivia adopts ancient sustainable irrigation practices

The people of Cochabamba in the Bolivian Andes are embracing low-water agricultural practices employed by the earliest civilizations.

Source: Reasons To Be Cheerful

Young people in India are embracing the permaculture movement

In the wake of farmers’ protests and the agrarian crisis in the country, India’s youth are promoting alternative agricultural methods rooted in its history.

Source: Mongabay India

Kashmiri village bans dowries

Originating in Hindu culture and adopted by other faiths, the system sees a ban on its practice in Baba Wayil.

Source: Al Jazeera

An innovative textile to beat the heat

This special fabric can absorb body heat and re-emit its energy into space as mid-infrared radiation, keeping the wearer cool as a result.

Source: Goodnet

The plastic-hunting pirates of Cornwall

Steve Green and his partner Monika Hertlová pioneering the Clean Ocean Sailing project, helping to clean hard-to-reach marine areas.

Source: Positive News

Employee incentive programmes a win-win for work-life balance

Movements such as the four-day working week have seen increased productivity whilst also reducing energy consumption.

Source: Yes! Magazine

Maine lobster harvesting self-regulatory measures support conservation laws

Conservation laws and self-governing policies have helped Maine’s lobster fishery become one of the most sustainable fisheries in the world.

Source: Yes! Magazine

South African townships reclaim their musical heritage

The event “Jazz in The Native Yards” promotes local musicians as part of ongoing efforts to make the genre more inclusive.

Source: Al Jazeera

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