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When heavy rain began to pound Cape Town on the night of April 7, few suspected that by morning, thousands would be without homes, electricity, or access to basic necessities. Among them was 34-year-old Sipho Mbele, a father of two from Delft. “Water rushed into the house like a river. My kids were crying. I…
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Cape Town’s devastating flood on April 8, 2025, is the latest reminder of a growing crisis affecting South Africa’s urban centers: repeated, intense, and destructive flooding events. While climate change is often cited, the full picture involves a complex mix of natural and human-induced causes. 1. Climate Change and Rising Rainfall Extremes Scientific evidence shows…
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The recent devastating floods in Kinshasa, claiming approximately 30 lives and crippling the city, are not simply a result of an isolated weather event. Instead, they are a complex interplay of meteorological factors, geographical vulnerabilities, rapid and often unplanned urbanization, inadequate infrastructure, and potentially the growing influence of climate change. Understanding these interconnected causes is…
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Written By: By Jemosop Faith, Faith specializes in energy conversations, transforming complex discussions into accessible, everyday conversations, she is a writer at Africa Digest News backed by 2+ years of focused experience Burkina Faso has launched a groundbreaking $145 million water security initiative, a bold six-year plan aimed at transforming the nation’s water infrastructure and…
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Written By: By Jemosop Faith, Faith specializes in energy, climate, and renewables, transforming complex policy discussions into accessible, everyday conversations, she is a writer at Africa Digest News backed by 2+ years of focused experience. Experts warn that rising temperatures, driven by environmental degradation, are creating ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes, posing a significant threat…
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The climate crisis, a relentless force, has increasingly impacted Kenya’s vital water resources. Nowhere is this more evident than on the majestic slopes of Mount Kenya, a symbol of natural splendor now bearing witness to the stark realities of climate change. The mountain’s once-expansive glaciers, a critical source of freshwater, are rapidly diminishing, posing a…
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Written By: By Jemosop Faith, Faith specializes in energy, climate, and renewables, transforming complex policy discussions into accessible, everyday conversations, she is a writer at Africa Digest News backed by 2+ years of focused experience Kenya is on a mission, a vital mission to heal its environment and secure its future. The ambitious goal? Planting 15 billion…
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By Jemosop Faith, Faith specializes in energy, climate, and renewables, transforming complex policy discussions into accessible, everyday conversations, she is a writer at Africa Digest News backed by 2+ years of focused experience The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) has marked a significant milestone by launching the country’s inaugural compendium on environmental statistics. This…
Kenya’s recent unveiling of the National Framework for Climate Services (NFCS) and the “Climate State and the State of Climate in Kenya 2024” report represents a pivotal step in the nation’s ongoing battle against the escalating impacts of climate change. This initiative is not merely a policy announcement; it’s a strategic overhaul designed to enhance…
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By Jemosop Faith, Faith specializes in energy, climate, and renewables, transforming complex policy discussions into accessible, everyday conversations, she is a writer at Africa Digest News backed by 2+ years of focused experience. President Cyril Ramaphosa’s promulgation of the long-awaited Climate Change Act has been met with a wave of cautious optimism, particularly from powerful…
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