
This lesson tackles the big environmental and development questions shaping East Africa today. Students explore why droughts are becoming more frequent, how farmers and wildlife compete for space, and why renewable energy is emerging as a powerful solution. It’s thoughtful, relevant and rooted in real‑world geography that KS3 students find compelling.
By the end of Lesson 5, students will be able to:- Identify the causes and impacts of drought across East Africa
- Understand the tension between wildlife conservation and farming in shared landscapes
- Explore how renewable energy offers a bright future for people and the environment
- Explain the importance of regional cooperation in tackling shared challenges
- Purposeful in‑lesson tasks analysing drought maps, land‑use conflicts and energy solutions
- A clear, structured worksheet guiding students through causes, consequences and responses
- Engaging peer‑talk activities where learners debate how East African countries can work together for a sustainable future
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