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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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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 “South Africa has designated Sept. 24, 2025, as a national tree planting day, aiming to ‘plant 1 million trees in a single…
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Lagos State has officially thrown its hat into the ring, expressing a firm interest in hosting the COP32 United Nations Climate Summit in 2027. This declaration, more than a mere expression of intent, signals a strategic move by the state to position itself as a leading force in global climate action. At the heart of…
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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a stark warning for KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), placing the region under an orange level six alert for disruptive rainfall. This significant warning signals a high likelihood of severe impacts, with heavy downpours expected to unleash flooding, infrastructure damage, and potential landslides. The alert, which also predicts severe thunderstorms…
South Africa’s agricultural sector is grappling with the devastating impact of unusually heavy rainfall, leaving farmlands submerged and threatening to disrupt food supply chains. The deluge, exceeding typical summer patterns, has washed away vital infrastructure and delayed crucial farming activities, raising concerns about potential food shortages and price hikes. Across several regions, farmers are facing…
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The African Development Bank (AfDB) has unveiled a $10 million investment through its Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA) to accelerate climate technology entrepreneurship across Sub-Saharan Africa. The funds, directed toward the Persistent Africa Climate Venture Builder Fund (ACV Fund), aim to mobilize an additional $70 million for climate-focused initiatives in the region. The ACV…
